A family in Akure, Ondo State, has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of three siblings, including 11-year-old twins, whose bodies were reportedly found near the bank of a small river on a farm around the Owena Army Barracks.
The incident, which has left residents of the area in shock, reportedly occurred when the children went to the farm. The circumstances surrounding how the siblings died remained unclear as of the time of filing this report.
The victims were said to include a pair of 11-year-old twins and their sibling. Their bodies were reportedly discovered close to the river, raising concerns among residents about the possible cause of the tragedy.
The development has generated tension within the community, with residents awaiting further information from the relevant authorities to determine exactly what happened to the children.
The identities of the victims and further details about the incident were not immediately available. It was also unclear whether the children drowned or died under other circumstances.
Security and emergency authorities are expected to investigate the incident and establish the cause of death. The bodies were reportedly recovered and taken for necessary procedures as the grieving family comes to terms with the tragedy.
The incident has renewed concerns about the safety of children around rivers, streams and other potentially dangerous areas, particularly in farming communities where children may have access to waterways without adequate supervision.
