Categories: Crime

Gunmen attack residence of electoral commissioner in Kogi State

In the early hours of today, Friday 1st December 2023, around 3.30am, gunmen attacked the residence of our Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Lokoja, Kogi State.

The armed men engaged the security personnel in a gun battle for over 30 minutes until reinforcement arrived.

While no lives were lost, property was destroyed in the ensuing gun battle. A team of combined security personnel have been deployed to protect the residence.This incident occurred a day after a mob besieged our state office.

We call for a thorough investigation and enhanced security protection for our personnel and assets in Kogi State.

Publisher

Share
Published by
Publisher

Recent Posts

Crime Correspondents Elect New National Executive Members

By Daniel Tyokuaq The Crime Correspondents Association of Nigeria (CCAN), has elected new executive members…

9 hours ago

2027: Tinubu’s Electoral Victory In Akwa Ibom Strengthened, Says Betta Edu

By NewsDesk - Dr Betta Edu of the Directorate of Women Mobilisation, APC Presidential Campaign…

13 hours ago

NDLEA Nabs Ugandan Woman With 87 Cocaine Wraps Concealed In Private Part

By SituationREPORT - The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA has arrested a 34-year-old Ugandan…

13 hours ago

Tinubu Hails Flamingos’ Historic World Cup Triumph

By NewsDesk - …Says victory over Japan marks new chapter for African women’s football …Commends…

18 hours ago

Nigeria Beat Japan To Win Maiden U-17 Women’s World Cup

By NewsDesk - Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have defeated Japan 2-1 to…

21 hours ago

President Tinubu approves Ibom Deep Seaport For Akwa Ibom

By NewsDESK - Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has approved the long-awaited Ibom Deep Seaport project…

2 days ago