Agbekoya Warns Gunmen Over Killing Of 3 Farmers In Oyo Community

The Agbekoya Society of Nigeria (ASN) has threatened to take action against gunmen operating in South-West geopolitical zone of the country.

Agbekoya stated this in reaction to the recent killing of three farmers in Igboho, Orelope Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The group’s position was contained in a statement made available to journalists on Saturday in Ibadan by its Secretary General, Adegbenro Ogunlana and signed by its President General, Kamorudeen Okikiola.

Expressing shock over the killings, the group warning that it would no longer remain silent in the face of repeated attacks on farmers.

It would be recalled that the Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, had raised an alarm over the attack in his hometown, identifying the victims as Aderoju Mukaila, Olawuwo Saka and Ojeniyi Ojebayo.

Igboho called on President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government to urgently address what he described as growing insecurity in rural communities across Oyo State and the wider South-West region.

“We urge the authorities to take urgent measures to protect farmers and ensure their safety. Failure to do so will be met with severe consequences, and Agbekoya will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend its members and communities.

“We condemn this heinous act of violence and demand immediate action from the Oyo State and Federal Governments to bring the perpetrators to justice.

“The senseless killing of these innocent farmers is unacceptable and highlights the escalating insecurity in our communities,” the statement said.

Agbekoya further demanded immediate investigation and prosecution of those responsible.

It also tasked government with the responsibity of ensuring enhanced security measures to protect farmers and communities, and adequate support for the families of the victims.