***As Ondo Police Commissioner Sues for Peace
According to an account by the Ondo State Police command, the Communal clash started on Sunday January 12th, 2025 when youths from Oka Odo were said to have gone on a hunting expedition and were allegedly attacked by youths from Ebo.
The Ebo youths were said to have mistaken them for individuals from Owake, with whom they have an unresolved land dispute.
In retaliation, Oka Odo youths mobilized and invaded the Ebo community, leading to incidents of arson.
The conflict led to casualties on both sides leading to death of 2 persons (names and identities unknown), while the injured, are currently receiving treatment in the hospital.
A police team, led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP Ops), has been deployed to the area to restore peace and prevent further escalation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State, Wilfred Afolabi, has called for peace amidst the ongoing clashes between the youths of Oka Odo, Ebo, and Owake communities in Iwaro.
The CP urged all parties involved to shealth their sword, as violence and property destruction would only result in stagnation and underdevelopment.
The CP urges the communities to seek peaceful resolutions to their disputes to avoid further loss of lives and property while assuring residents that the police would ensure that the perpetrators of violence on both sides are brought to justice.
