Two suspected cult members were killed within 24 hours in a renewed clash between rival groups in Ilorin metropolis.
Report says they were killed on Tuesday morning in separate attacks at Amilegbe area, opposite late IG Sunday Adewusi residence in Ilorin.
Though the identities of the two victims could not be ascertained, nor the reason for the renewed clash, Police operatives were seen at the scene to identify the two victims.
SP Okasanmi Ajayi, spokesman of the state Police Command confirmed the development. He said, “Two men suspected to be cultists were hacked down around Aduralere area of Ilorin by suspected rival cult groups in the wee hours of today.
“Efforts are on top gear to get the perpetrators of the heinous crime arrested, while calm has been fully restored”
Okasanmi said the Commissioner of Police Mohammed Bagega has also directed DPOs to ensure that aggressive patrol of the state are activated.
"law abiding citizens have also been advised to go about their lawful businesses". He said.
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