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Gunmen Kill Kwara Monarch, Abduct Wife, 2 Others, The traditional ruler of Koro town, Ekiti local government area, Kwara State, Oba Peter Olusegun Aremu-Cole, was tragically shot and killed on Thursday night by suspected kidnappers. His wife, an adopted child, and another individual were also abducted in the brazen attack.

Eyewitnesses describe the assailants as "Bororo Fulani" who stormed the palace around 9pm, firing shots indiscriminately. Panicked residents fled for their lives as the gunmen targeted the Oba on his veranda, where he was preparing for dinner.

Oba Aremu-Cole, a retired Brigadier-General and Electrical Engineer, ascended the throne in 2010 after his military service. His sudden passing has plunged the community into mourning.

"We are devastated," said Chief Ayobola Samuel, a former Permanent Secretary and Asiwaju of Koro. "The elders will convene tomorrow to determine our next steps. The police have been informed of this tragic incident."

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq condemned the attack in a statement, calling it "reckless, shocking, and abominable." He urged security forces to "deploy all resources to track down the perpetrators, free the abducted individuals, and bring them to justice."

This tragic event highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by communities in Nigeria. While the motive remains unclear, the governor's swift response and the determination of local leaders offer a glimmer of hope amidst the grief and outrage.