Bomb Plot at Ondo Government House Foiled: Governor Aiyedatiwa Breaks Silence
- Ondo state governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has explained how the plot to bomb the state's government house was foiled by security operatives
- According to the governor, the plot to bomb the seat of power was uncovered through intelligence gathering
- Governor Aiyedatiwa also noted that the intelligence reports were received about three to four months ago, and the security operatives swung into action
Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the governor of Ondo state, has disclosed that security operatives foiled an alleged plot by a group of assailants to bomb the Ondo State Government House, adding that the plan was uncovered through intelligence gathering.
Governor Aiyedatiwa revealed that the operation was one of the several silent security breakthroughs that were recorded in the Southwest state in recent months.
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How intelligence reports halted bombing of Ondo House
The governor, according to Daily Trust, said that the intelligence reports were received about three to four months ago, and security operatives were alerted to suspicious activities, which involved youths who were allegedly plotting to attack the government house.
Aiyedatiwa disclosed that the suspects had earlier lodged in a hotel before they relocated to a rented apartment, where they continued with their plans.
He then noted that the security operatives, including the police personnel and the Amotekun Corps, acted on the intelligence. They raided the apartment, and the suspects were arrested. He disclosed that materials and equipment suspected to be linked to the alleged bombing plot were recovered during the operation.
Aiyedatiwa explained that the security operatives are currently probing the motive behind the alleged plot. He noted that the incident underscored the security challenges in the state and the need for proactive intelligence gathering.
Nigerians react as Aiyedatiwa speaks on bombing plot
However, the news of the alleged plot to bomb the Ondo State Government House has sparked widespread reactions from Nigerians. Below are some of their comments:
Ocheme Nugwa criticised the governor:
"They can have intelligence about their safety, but within the country's space, terrorists are holding innocent Nigerians captive and milking them for millions of Naira without any trace. Why not extend that intelligence to cover everywhere?"
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Mike Kunle launched criticism at the Ondo state governor:
"Is this man still the Governor of Ondo State? I'm not sure Ondo State has a governor, oo."
Chukwuma Okoli demanded more evidence and clarity from the governor:
"I don't believe stories like this. How and where are the pictures of those items? Unconfirmed."
Akinsete Oluwatayo Paul criticised the Ondo governor:
"The most useless governor Ondo State ever produced, what a shame on him."
Mazi Agu dismissed the news:
"Family affair next news please."
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Terrorists raid Ondo celestial church
Legit.ng earlier reported that Ondo state came under terrorist attack as the gunmen reportedly raided a branch of the Celestial Church of Christ.
The church, located in Uso, in the Owo LGA of the state, was raided at about 1 am on Wednesday, February 25, during service.
According to the police, no fewer than six persons were kidnapped by the assailant, but a rescue operation was launched immediately.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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