Suspected armed bandits have killed Oba Kehinde Jacob Falodun, the traditional ruler of Agamo Community in Akure North Local Government Area, during a violent attack on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in what authorities described as a failed abduction attempt.
According to accounts from the community, about ten armed men stormed the monarch’s palace in the evening, attempting to seize him.
Eyewitnesses said the ruler resisted the attack, prompting the assailants to fire multiple shots.
When the bullets reportedly failed to penetrate, they allegedly struck him with a heavy object, causing fatal injuries.
The monarch’s wife narrowly escaped by fleeing into nearby bushes, while residents said the attackers appeared organized and spoke a language suggesting they were from outside the community.
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The assault sparked panic, with many residents fleeing for safety amid fears of further attacks.
Local security operatives, including police and vigilante groups, were deployed to comb surrounding areas in a bid to apprehend the attackers.
Authorities confirmed that a manhunt has been launched and urged anyone with credible information to come forward.
The killing of Oba Falodun has intensified concerns over the safety of traditional rulers and rural communities in the region.
Community leaders described him as a peace-loving ruler who played a central role in local dispute resolution and development.
The incident has renewed calls for stronger security measures to protect vulnerable communities from similar attacks.