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Neighbors who knew Gloria described her as a kind and diligent woman who worked tirelessly to provide for her family.

“This is a tragedy,” said Mrs. Rukayat Oladimeji, a neighbor. “Gloria was always smiling and working hard. We cannot believe someone would take her life like this.”

Another community member, Mr. Gbenga Adewale, added, “We are afraid. If this could happen to her, it could happen to anyone. The police need to act fast to ensure the safety of everyone in this area.”

The Ajine and Ochong families issued a joint statement condemning the murder and demanding immediate action.

“This murder is a tragedy not just for our family but for society as a whole. We call on the Ogun State Police Command to intensify their efforts in investigating this case and ensuring that the killers are brought to justice,” the statement read.

The family also appealed to the government and human rights organizations to support their pursuit of justice, emphasizing that such acts of violence must not be allowed to continue unchecked.

When contacted by Saturday PUNCH, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, stated that she would gather more information about the crime and follow up. However, as of press time, she had yet to do so.

Civil Society Organizations Demand Justice

Two civil rights organizations, the Human Rights Advocacy Watch Campaign (HRAWC) and the All Nigerian Women League (ANWL), expressed outrage over the gruesome murder of Mrs. Gloria Peter Ajine.

In a joint statement released on Friday, signed by HRAWC President Mabel Ndinne and ANWL President Maureen Fineface, the organizations condemned the killing, describing it as a heinous crime that highlights the alarming insecurity faced by vulnerable Nigerians, particularly women in rural areas.

“This brutal killing of Mrs. Gloria Peter Ajine is not just an attack on one family but an attack on our collective humanity,” the statement read. “It is heartbreaking that a woman, who was working to provide for her family, was cut down in such a horrific manner. This tragedy reflects the failure of the state to protect its citizens, particularly women, who are often more vulnerable to acts of violence in our society.”

The organizations called for an immediate and thorough investigation by the Ogun State Police Command and urged authorities to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice.