Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Two persons have been confirmed d£ad
following an armed attack on commuters along the Okoloke–Isanlu Esa road in
Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The incident, which occurred on Tuesday morning, June 23,
2026, targeted residents travelling towards Oja-Egbe in Egbe.
Eyewitness accounts say the attackers, described as three-armed
men, opened f!re on the passengers, killing two individuals identified as Daro
and Daniel.
Sources claim the assailants did not attempt kidnapping
during the attack, but instead focused on shooting victims before fleeing the
scene.
Personnel from the 12 Brigade stationed in Okoloke responded
and moved to the area after distress calls were raised.
Survivors were said to have fled into nearby bushes during
the attack and were later assisted by responding troops of 12 brigade stationed
in Okoloke with no record of abduction.
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