Insecurity: Barrister Shola Gabriel believes Ekiti will come out stronger.

NIMET Assures Ekiti State Will Overcome Security Challenges

Barrister Shola Gabriel, Director of Legal Services and Company Secretary of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET), has assured that Ekiti State will emerge stronger from its current security difficulties.

In a letter to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Barrister Shola conveyed his deepest sympathies for the recent tragic events, including the deaths of two monarchs and the kidnapping of students and their teachers in the state.

Tragic Events in Ekiti State

• Ambush of Monarchs: Two Ekiti traditional rulers were ambushed and shot after leaving an Irele-Ekiti meeting. They were:
• Olatunde Olusola, the Onimojo of Omojola-Ekiti
• David Ogunsakin, the Elesun of Esun-Ekiti
• Kidnapping Incident: Six students from Ekiti Primary School, along with their teachers and driver, were kidnapped by gunmen last Monday.

Condolences and Prayers

In a letter written by his publicity secretary, Dapo Omowaye, Barrister Shola asked for prayers for the families of the deceased monarchs and for the safe return of the kidnapped schoolchildren. He prayed for God to grant the affected families comfort and strength during this trying period.

Barrister Shola also highlighted the gravity of the violent acts and expressed confidence that Ekiti can overcome these challenges through teamwork and resilience. He commended Governor Oyebanji’s leadership and prayed for God’s continued wisdom and guidance for him as he navigates these difficult times.