Tension has gripped Idumebo quarters Ekpoma in Esan West local government area of Edo state, following the tragic death of a businessman simply identified as Mr. Jusewayne, the Chief Executive Officer of Principle Takeout.
Jusewayne was reportedly killed on Saturday night during a failed kidnap attempt.
The incident is reported to have thrown the Idumebo area of the town into mourning, as residents woke up to the shocking news of his death.
Blueprint gathered that the suspected gunmen had attempted to abduct the businessman, but the operation went awry, resulting in his death under circumstances yet to be fully clarified by authorities.
The deceased was described by residents and associates as a peaceful and hardworking entrepreneur, whose sudden demise has left the community in grief.
Meanwhile, tension initially heightened in the town following the circulation of planned protest flyers on social media in response to the incident.
The development reportedly prompted the deployment of security personnel to strategic locations across Ekpoma to forestall any breakdown of law and order.
Blueprint gathered that as of Sunday morning, normalcy appeared to have returned, with residents reportedly attending church services and going about their usual activities.
The Edo state police command spokesman, ASP Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the incident, adding that investigations were ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators.
