Tension gripped parts of Ibadan, Oyo State, following the gruesome killing of a 35-year-old man, identified simply as Idris, popularly known as “Satio,” who was allegedly murdered by suspected members of the Eiye Confraternity.
According to reports, the incident occurred late Thursday night when the deceased and his friend were attacked along a bush path in the area. Eyewitness accounts revealed that the assailants, believed to be cultists, ambushed the victims and inflicted severe machete cuts on them.
Idris, an alleged graduate of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, was said to have died on the spot due to the severity of his injuries, while his friend sustained serious wounds and was rushed to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Residents disclosed that the attackers fled the scene immediately after carrying out the act, leaving both victims in a pool of blood. The lifeless body of Idris was later discovered on Friday morning, dumped in the middle of a road, sparking fear and outrage within the community.
A source in the area, who preferred anonymity, described the incident as shocking and called on security agencies to intensify efforts in tackling cult-related violence, which has reportedly been on the rise.
When contacted, authorities confirmed that an investigation had been launched into the killing. They assured residents that efforts were underway to apprehend those responsible and bring them to justice.
The police also urged members of the public to remain calm and provide any useful information that could aid the investigation.
This tragic incident adds to growing concerns over cultism and violent clashes among rival groups in parts of Ibadan and other cities, highlighting the urgent need for stronger security measures and community vigilance.
