Nine-year-old boy kidnapped as gunmen attack Ondo community

A nine-year-old boy was abducted during an armed attack on Ugbosi quarters in Idogun, located within the Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident took place at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, as confirmed by Jimoh Kazeem, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command. Reports indicate that the assailants invaded the community, discharging firearms indiscriminately and creating chaos among residents. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to secure the safe return of the kidnapped child.

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