Gunmen suspected to be either bandits or terrorists on Wednesday night, launched an attack in Owo, headquarters of Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State. The attack is the second time in seven weeks.
A few weeks ago, some suspected terrorists attacked St. Francis Catholic Church in the town murdering no less than 40 worshippers.
Wednesday’s attack reportedly occurred at the town’s Folahami Junction axis, where Craneburg Construction Company was located. The gunmen were said to have opened fire on everyone in sight.
Sources told newsmen that during the attack, the gunmen also set off explosive devices.
With the exact number of casualties yet to be determined, many people were said to be injured in the attack.
Another source who spoke with Vanguard alleged that some explosives devices were also used during the attack.
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However, the casualty figure was yet to be ascertained at the time of filing this report but many people were said to be injured in the attack.
She added that it was still unknown if the perpetrators were terrorists or merely bandits.
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