By Amos Ogunrinde.
Ekiti State Government has debunked rumour in some quarters that herdsmen fleeing Ondo State are relocating to Ekiti forests following the expiration of the 7-day ultimatum issued to them by Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.
The State Commissioner for Information and Values Orientation, Mr Akin Omole announced this in a statement made available to Radio Nigeria, Ado Ekiti.
He described such report as a figment of the imagination of the author and pure speculation most likely originating from the recent security threat in the neighboring Ondo State.
Mr Omole assured residents in Ekiti of adequate security to their lives and property, adding that relevant security agencies including the State Amotekun Corps are monitoring the State boundaries round the clock.
According to him, the State Government and security operatives are investigating and in control of situation surrounding the only skirmish that occurred at Ago Aduloju at the outskirts of the State capital.
The commissioner who pledged the commitment of the Fayemi led administration to the general wellbeing of people in the State, advised residents to disregard all unsubstantiated reports and go about their lawful activities without fear of intimidation or threats to their lives and property.
