Saraki, Emir of Ilorin Condemn Killing of Kwara Monarch, Condoles with Koro Community
Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has expressed shock over the killing of the Olukoro of Koro, in Ekiti local government area of Kwara State, Oba Peter Olusegun Aremu-Cole, and the kidnap of his family members.
In a statement by Dr Saraki's Spokesman on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, condemned the act, describing it as dastardly, inhuman, and unpardonable.
He condoled with the traditional council of Koro, the royal family, and the people of Koro over the loss, praying God Almighty to grant them the fortitude to bear it.
Dr Saraki expressed concern over the worsening spate of insecurity in Kwara, charging the government to secure lives and property.
In his comment, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, in a statement by his spokesman, Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, appealed to security agencies to intensify efforts towards the protection of lives and property in the state.
He expressed the condolences of the entire members of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council to the people of Koro community, in Ekiti Local Government Area and the Government and people of Kwara State over the sad incidence.
He urged the State Government to ensure that necessary support are given to security agencies in order to curb the incessant crimes and criminality across the state.
The Emir also urged religious leaders across the state to embark on special prayers for the state for the restoration of peace and harmony which Kwara State is known for globally.
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