An Oro traditional worshipper was allegedly killed in a clash with members of Truth and the Spirit Prophetic Church, Agege, Lagos state in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
The traditional worshipper identified as Agboola Akeem and his group had invaded the church premises while celebrating their festival. According to reports, a fight broke out between the two groups after the church members’ refused an order from the Oro worshippers to suspend their night vigil.
The leader of the church, a 50-year-old Mercy Okocha and other nine members have since been arrested.
An anonymous police source confirmed this saying that the aforementioned church is located at 2, Taiwo Lawal Street in Oko Oba, Agege, Lagos state.
Benjamin Hundeyin, Lagos Police State Command Public Relations Officer confirmed the incident on Twitter, saying: “Oro worshippers clashed with church members holding a vigil. It sadly resulted in the death of one person. It’s clearly a murder case. Suspects have been arrested. But henceforth, how do we ensure religious tolerance in similar cases?”
