Gun men
Iyunade Grace
Gunmen have abducted a pregnant woman, Mrs. Mary Jesulayomi, in Ayede Community, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, around 7:40 p.m., when the armed men stormed the community, firing sporadically into the air and causing panic among residents .
An 85-year-old woman, Mrs. Ogunleye Mese, was also kidnapped but later released, while her 90-year-old husband, Pa Ogunleye Mese, suffered injuries during the attack. The gunmen attempted to abduct Pa Mese and his wife, but they managed to escape .
The pregnant woman was reportedly taken away by the gunmen while she was buying something from a local shop. The community is located near the Federal Secretariat complex in Akure, raising concerns about security in the area .
The Ondo State Police Command has deployed tactical teams to the scene to rescue the victim and apprehend the perpetrators. The police spokesperson, Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed the incident and assured the public that efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim.
This is not an isolated incident, as gunmen had previously abducted a school proprietress, Mrs. Oladeinde Tomilola, and shot three other persons in the same local government area. The community has been experiencing insecurity, with residents demanding increased security presence.The abduction has heightened tension in the community, with residents calling for improved security measures to prevent future attacks.
