Pandemonium erupted on Sunday when unknown gunmen shot and killed a worshipper, Sina Babarinde, in front of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Living Word Parish in Ilorin, Kwara State.
Eyewitnesses said the late estate agent stepped out of the church to receive a call when his assailants rained bullets on him.
Although the motive of the killing was not clear, Daily Trust reported that the incident was said to have occurred during the 7am service of the parish.
When contacted, the State Police Public Relations Officer, Okasanmi Ajayi, confirmed on Monday night.
He further disclosed that investigation was ongoing to arrest the perpetrators.
“He was called on phone during the service as he walked out of the church to receive the call. The sound of gunshots rend the air, which drew the attention of the congregation,” Okasanmi said.
“As at the time the congregation got out of the church to see what was happening, it was discovered that the estate agent was already in the pool of his blood.
“The shells of the bullet used in killing the deceased have been recovered and the corpse has been deposited at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) for postmortem.
“People should not entertain any fear as the Police and other security agencies are working towards unraveling the situation surrounding the incident,” he reassures.
