Ondo Govt Imposes Curfew As Communal Crisis Escalates |The Source

By Ayodele Oni

Following unending clashes between two communities in Ondo state, the State Government has imposed a curfew.

The escalation of clashes between Ode and Isinigbo communities in Akure North Local Government Area of the state has claimed lives with houses razed.

The State  Government said 24 hours curfew has been imposed on both communities with immediate effect.

Donald Ojogo , Commissioner for Information and Orientation said in a statement that  “aside approving this action, Governor Rotimi  Akeredolu, SAN, has equally ordered a massive manhunt for perpetrators of the despicable violence, just as investigations are already on to unravel the real cause(s) of same.

“With respect to the curfew, security agencies have been directed to ensure total compliance with the order.

“For emphasis, both Ode and Isinigbo communities have been closed down for any unauthorised human movement and activity until further notice. ”

A Palace has been razed. The Monarch cheated death, while several persons have left the two communities, who are at war over land ownership.