Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in War 5, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi has been murdered.
The party chieftain was killed by suspected kidnappers who abducted him a few days ago.
The gunmen earlier collected N5 million ransom.
While Adepoyigi was killed, two ransom bearers, earlier seized by the gunmen, were freed.
Confirming the development, the Chairman of Ose Local Government, Kolapo Ojo, lamented that security challenges in the area are now in a critical situation.
“This pattern of brazen abductions, even at the very gates of people’s homes, confirms that insecurity has taken a dangerous and intolerable dimension.
“We urge our people to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest security post, and stand united as we work together to overcome this threat," he said.