The Kwara State Police Command has launched a comprehensive and discreet investigation into the brutal murder of farmer Mr. Azeez Garba, whose body was discovered with severe machete wounds on his farmland along the Owa-Onire axis, a boundary area between Isanlu-Isin and Owu-Isin in Isin Local Government Area. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, occurred after the 55-year-old farmer failed to return home from his farm, prompting a search by family members and local vigilantes. His motorcycle was found parked at the farm, while his lifeless body was discovered a short distance away, indicating a violent and premeditated attack.
The Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, condemned the killing as cruel, senseless, and unacceptable, directing the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to deploy all available investigative and intelligence resources to identify and apprehend those responsible. In a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire Adeyemi, in Ilorin on Tuesday, preliminary findings revealed that Mr. Garba had gone to his farm in the morning but did not return, raising alarm among his family. The discovery of his body with deep machete wounds has raised concerns about rising violence in rural farming communities across the state.
Mr. Garba’s daughter, Abdulazeez Rofiat, had earlier raised the alarm, calling for justice and demanding that the perpetrators be brought to book. Her plea has been echoed by local residents who fear an increase in insecurity, especially in areas where farmers work alone and far from urban centers. The police have assured the family and the public that every lead is being thoroughly investigated, with no arrests made as of the time of the report. Investigators are working around the clock to unravel the circumstances surrounding the murder and to ensure that justice is served.
The Kwara State Police Command emphasized its unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across the state. Officials stressed that they will not rest until all those connected to this heinous crime are identified and brought to justice. The incident has also sparked renewed calls for enhanced security measures in rural areas, particularly along farm boundaries where attacks on farmers have become increasingly common. As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
This tragic event underscores the growing insecurity affecting agricultural communities in Nigeria, where farmers often face threats from armed groups and bandits. The case of Mr. Azeez Garba serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced by those working in remote areas, and it highlights the urgent need for coordinated security efforts to safeguard livelihoods. The police are expected to release further updates as the investigation progresses, and the community remains hopeful that swift justice will be delivered.
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