Ezeani Ebuka : “Trader stabbed by soldiers in Ondo”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Ondo soldiers outrage
2. Trader stabbed to death in Ondo

The atmosphere in Akure, Ondo State, was tense as a trader, Ezeani Ebuka, was allegedly killed by soldiers from the 32 Artillery Brigade. The incident caused outrage and unrest in the Mobil area of Arakale road, leading to a protest that blocked the road and caused heavy traffic. Witnesses reported that the soldier demanded a refund from the deceased trader, resulting in a fatal stabbing. Another trader claimed that the soldiers had beaten the deceased and his family, leaving one in a coma. The Ondo State Police Command is investigating the incident and working to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Akure Metropolis Plunged into Tension Following Alleged Killing of Trader by Soldiers

Over the weekend, the bustling atmosphere of Akure metropolis, the capital of Ondo State, was engulfed with tension and unrest following the tragic incident that led to the alleged killing of a trader identified as Ezeani Ebuka. The unfortunate incident took place in the Mobil area of the popular Arakale road, sparking outrage among fellow traders and residents in the vicinity.

Unrest in the Mobil Area

The incident, which occurred at a busy marketplace in the heart of the city, quickly escalated as news of the trader’s death spread like wildfire. Fellow traders, filled with grief and anger, barricaded the road, leading to a heavy traffic jam in the area. Passersby and other road users were forced to seek safety as tensions ran high, fearing that the protest could escalate into violence and disrupt business activities.

Details of the Tragic Incident

According to eyewitnesses, trouble began when one of the soldiers, purportedly from the 32 Artillery Brigade, demanded a refund for a service rendered by the 27-year-old deceased trader. An argument ensued between the soldier and the trader, which tragically resulted in the fatal stabbing of the young man. Another witness recounted that prior to the stabbing, the soldiers had also allegedly beaten the trader and members of his family, leaving one individual in a coma.

Police Investigation and Assurance

Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command assured the public that efforts were underway to bring the perpetrators to justice. Police spokesperson, SP Funmilayo Odunlami-Olusanya, emphasized that an investigation had been launched and that the police command was working in collaboration with the military authorities to identify and apprehend the soldiers responsible for the fatal stabbing.

As the community mourns the loss of a promising young trader, the call for justice reverberates through the streets of Akure metropolis. Residents and traders alike demand accountability and swift action to ensure that such a tragic incident does not repeat itself in the future.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of Ezeani Ebuka during this difficult time, and we hope that justice will be served swiftly and decisively.