Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned Sunday’s bandits’ attack on Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, which left at least 12 persons, including the Baale of Ogbayo, dead.

The Kwara State Police Command confirmed that the gunmen stormed the community in the early hours, shooting sporadically and targeting members of the vigilante group.

Reacting on X, Obi described the killings as “another mindless act of violence” that must not be ignored.

He wrote; “It is with a heavy heart that I received the news of the tragic killings in Oke-Ode, Kwara State, where innocent lives, including vigilantes and the Baale of Ogbayo, were cut short in yet another mindless act of violence from armed bandits terrorising our nation.”

“Once again, our nation is thrown into mourning as innocent lives are cut short. These repeated attacks show the urgent need for an emergency on national security.”

“No Nigerian should have to live in fear in their own home. We cannot continue to normalise tragedy.”

“My heart goes out to the Governor and the people of Kwara State. I reassure you that you are not alone.”

“And to the grieving families, please accept my deepest condolences.”

“May you find strength and comfort in this difficult time and may the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace.”