Terrorists in Ekiti State raped a middle-aged woman to death, demanded virgin girls and illegal drugs as ransom.
In the quiet communities of Ajoni Local Government Area, a nightmare unfolded when terrorists abducted the woman from her village.
They subjected her to brutal rape, leading to her tragic death.
Yet, the atrocity did not end there.
The perpetrators then contacted the grieving family and insisted on a ransom of ₦1.5 million, along with drugs like Canadian Loud, cocaine, mkpuru mmiri, and cartons of beer, just to release her body for burial.
Villagers, desperate to honour their loved one, scrambled to gather the cash equivalent since sourcing the illicit substances proved impossible.
Four courageous men stepped forward to deliver the payment.
However, upon arrival, the terrorists seized them too, turning the rescuers into captives.
Now, the demands grew even more depraved: the terrorists required two virgin girls in exchange for the men’s freedom, or they would face death as well.
This incident has plunged six towns—Itapaji, Iyemero, Oke-Ako, Irele, Ijowa, and Ipao—into a state of siege.
Residents report that the terrorists move freely, cutting off access to essential water sources and healthcare facilities, leaving communities trapped and vulnerable.
Locals describe years of unchecked terror, with no visible response from security forces despite repeated pleas.
Afenifere, the prominent Yoruba socio-cultural group, swiftly confirmed the reports and urged immediate federal intervention.
“These terrorists are humans, not spirits,” a spokesperson emphasised, calling on President Bola Tinubu to deploy resources and end the menace before it spirals into genocide.
Meanwhile, political representatives from the area, including senators and reps, have remained silent, opting instead for condolence messages that ring hollow amid the ongoing crisis.
Public outrage has erupted across social media and beyond.
One resident from Ekiti lamented, “We brought this evil upon ourselves because of tribalism,” pointing fingers at the Tinubu administration for failing to address the escalating insecurity.
Others warned of potential retaliation if the government does not act, with communities considering vigilante groups to flush out the threats.
Additionally, this case highlights a disturbing pattern of banditry in southwest Nigeria, where terrorists increasingly target rural areas with impunity.
Security experts note that intelligence failures and lack of deterrence allow such groups to thrive, demanding not just money but human lives in twisted negotiations.
As families mourn and villages live in fear, the call grows louder for decisive action.
Without it, Ekiti’s residents fear the horror will only deepen, forcing them into desperate measures to protect their own.
