A middle aged man identified as a ticket officer of Okada Riders Association in Ekiti State was shot dead in the early hours of Tuesday by unknown gunmen around Okesa roundabout, Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.
The incident, which occurred very close to Okesa Market, had market women deserting their wares as they scurried for safety.
According to an eyewitness who craved anonymity, the gunmen came on a bike around 7am and sped away immediately after perpetrating the evil act.
When contacted, the Chairman of Okada Riders Association, Ekiti State, Kunle Asaolu , who could not immediately disclosed the name of the deceased, confirmed that the man was a member of the association.
The public relations officer of Ekiti State police command, DSP Sunday Abutu confirmed the incident, adding that investigation has commenced.
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