Reports indicate that a distressing incident unfolded in Ejule town, located in the Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State, as suspected gunmen allegedly invaded the community, resulting in the tragic loss of several residents.
According to a fleeing resident who experienced the terrifying event, the attack claimed the lives of a commercial motorcyclist, commonly referred to as an “okada” rider, as well as the wife of a prominent youth leader in the town.
While the exact number of casualties remains uncertain at this time, two individuals have been identified as victims of the early morning assault. The resident further revealed that the situation remains tense, with additional lifeless bodies visible on the streets, rendering it unsafe for anyone to venture outside.
Despite attempts to reach out for official information, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP William Aya, was unavailable and did not respond to phone calls.
