Ọba Kẹhinde Falọdun, The Alagamo of Agamo in Akure North Local Government Area, Ondo State was attacked by suspected bandits in his palace on Wednesday February 18, 2026. Ostensibly the bandits came to kidnap the monarch. However he was hacked to death in the process.
Police Confirmation:
Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), alongside tactical teams from the command, promptly mobilised officers in collaboration with local security outfits.
“Atuluse Security, local hunters, and Amotekun operatives also assisted in combing adjoining bushes and surrounding areas in a bid to apprehend the perpetrators. Efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
“Monitoring and surveillance activities have been intensified across the area to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
“The public is assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice,”
Abayomi Jimoh
Police Public Relations Officer,
Ondo State Police Command.
SB E-news.

