Residents of Odo Ado Area of Ado-Ekiti, the state capital have been thrown into palpable tension following the murder of the Council Director of the state’s Local Government Service Commission, Mr David Jejelowo by some unknown gunmen on Monday.
Report gathered that the incident occurred at his residence located at Umesi street, Igirigiri Area of Ado-Ekiti metropolis.
He said the police have not been able to ascertain the intention of the assailants, adding that the Commissioner of Police, Tunde Mobayo, had ordered an investigation.
“I can confirm to you that the man named David Jejelowo was killed at his residence at Umesi street, Odo Ado area of Ado Ekiti early this morning (Monday) by assailants.
“He was killed in his room by assailants whose intention we have not been able to establish as of now.
“We are investigating and I believe our investigation will reveal whether it was a case of assassination or robbery.
“We are assuring the public that the perpetrators shall be arrested and punished for their sins,” he said.
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