Abductors of eight worshippers from Omugo community in Oro-Ago District of Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have reduced their ransom demand from N1bn to N150m, amid growing anxiety over the victims’ continued captivity. He lamented that the security situation in Omugo has deteriorated significantly since the incident, forcing residents to flee their homes. According to him, only local vigilantes and hunters remain in the area, guarding properties left behind by fleeing residents. Olaitan added that incorporating local vigilantes and hunters into formal security operations would strengthen efforts to safeguard the community. “Our local hunters and vigilantes understand the terrain very well.

Source: Punch April 10, 2026 21:24 UTC