Tension has gripped Afao-Ekiti in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Ekiti State following a protest by youths over the alleged murder of a young man, Mr. Sunday Ogunsakin, popularly known as Jaru.

The protesting youths called on the Nigeria Police Force and the Ekiti State Government to urgently investigate the circumstances surrounding Ogunsakin’s death and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

The youths alleged that Ogunsakin was kidnapped at about 2 p.m. on August 14 by Mr. Rotimi Olanbiwonninu, popularly known as Mentilo, a former State Chairman of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN).

According to the protesters, Ogunsakin was allegedly subjected to severe beating, resulting in his death, while his remains were reportedly taken to the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, at about 7 p.m. the same day.

The protesters, who expressed anger over the alleged incident, demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the matter.

They stressed that despite the anger generated by the alleged killing, they had chosen to pursue justice through lawful and constitutional means rather than resorting to jungle justice.

The youths urged the authorities to act swiftly to prevent further tension in the community and provide justice for the deceased and his family.

They also appealed to security agencies to ensure that the matter is properly investigated and that anyone found culpable faces the full weight of the law.