Tragedy struck the political landscape of Ondo State as Alaba Abe, the Returning Officer for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward 10 of Akoko Southwest Local Council area, fell victim to unknown assailants in a fatal attack. The incident, which occurred in front of Abe's residence in Supare-Akoko, has sent shockwaves through the community and raised concerns over the safety of political participants in the upcoming election.
The aftermath of the April 20 governorship primaries in Ondo State took a grim turn with the assassination of Alaba Abe, popularly known as 'Excel', who served as the Returning Officer for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward 10 of Akoko Southwest Local Council area. Abe's untimely demise, perpetrated by unknown gunmen, has cast a pall over the political landscape and underscored the volatile nature of election campaigns in the region.
Sources within the area, speaking on condition of anonymity, recounted the harrowing events of Saturday night when Abe was ambushed by assailants as he approached his residence in Supare-Akoko. In a brazen act of violence, the gunmen fatally shot Abe, leaving the community reeling from the shocking loss.
Kayode Fasua, the Director of Information for the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation Foot Soldiers (LACO-FS), condemned the heinous act and urged the police authorities to prioritize the safety and security of political participants amidst escalating tensions. Fasua hailed Abe as a dedicated coordinator who had tirelessly campaigned for the success of the election and the emergence of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The tragic incident has prompted swift action from law enforcement agencies, with the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Ondo State, Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya, confirming the commencement of an investigation into the murder. Odunlami-Omisanya reassured the public that the authorities are diligently working to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
The assassination of Alaba Abe has sent shockwaves through the political community in Ondo State, prompting renewed calls for heightened security measures and vigilance during election campaigns. As investigations unfold, the incident serves as a sobering reminder of the inherent risks faced by those involved in the democratic process and underscores the imperative of safeguarding the integrity and safety of electoral participants.
The assassination of Alaba Abe, the APC Returning Officer in Ondo State, has cast a somber shadow over the political landscape and underscored the precarious nature of election campaigns in the region. As authorities strive to unravel the circumstances surrounding Abe's tragic demise, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for enhanced security measures and vigilance to protect the democratic process and ensure the safety of all political participants.
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