A 20-year-old man, Friday Akinmade, was arrested by Ondo State’s Amotekun Corps for allegedly killing a 65-year-old woman over a N3,000 dispute. Akinmade reportedly attacked her with a plank, resulting in her death. The incident has raised community concerns about violence and security, demanding stricter conflict resolution approaches. ..ALSO READ FULL FROM SOURCE ↔️
In Ondo State, the local security agency, Amotekun, apprehended 20-year-old Friday Akinmade for allegedly killing a 65-year-old woman in Owo. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over N3,000, which Akinmade claimed the woman had stolen.
When questioned by authorities, he admitted to striking her twice on the head with a plank after she attempted to flee. Akinmade expressed surprise at her eventual death, asserting that he didn’t foresee the fatal outcome.
Amotekun’s Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, publicly paraded Akinmade along with 26 other individuals detained for offenses including theft, burglary, and kidnapping.
Adeleye highlighted the severity of Akinmade’s alleged crime, noting the shocking nature of the killing. The arrest has sparked public outrage, with community members expressing sorrow over the tragic loss of life tied to a minor financial dispute. ..ALSO READ FULL FROM SOURCE ↔️
