How Buffalo Killed Hunter In Osun
A popular hunter in Osun State, identified as “Alfa Elefon,” was killed by a wild buffalo during a hunting expedition in the Lawoka community of Ile-Ife.
The incident, as gathered by OSUN DEFENDER sparked grief within the hunters’ community, triggering a retaliatory operation by members of the Hunters Group of Nigeria (HGN), who tracked and killed the animal.
The medium learnt that the tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in a remote part of the forest where the deceased had gone on a hunting mission.
He was said to have been attacked by a wild buffalo, sustaining severe injuries which led to his death despite frantic efforts to save him.
His remains were interred the following day according to Islamic rites.
The news of his death spread rapidly across the community, eliciting shock and sorrow, particularly among members of the HGN, where the deceased was highly regarded.
In a swift response to the deadly attack, the leadership of the Hunters Group of Nigeria, led by the Osun State Commander, Chief Nureni Hammed, mobilised a team of skilled hunters on a manhunt to locate the wild buffalo responsible.
Community sources revealed that the operation was intense, as the hunters combed the forest for hours before eventually sighting the dangerous animal. It was reportedly neutralised to forestall any further threat to lives and property around the area.
The timely intervention and decisive action by the hunters have been widely commended by local residents, who say the move has restored calm and boosted confidence in the safety of the area.
The incident has reignited discussions on the risks faced by local hunters and the need for enhanced safety measures in forest expeditions.
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