Saturday, October 10, 2026 -A serving councillor representing Ogugu Ward III in Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, Rosemary Aduku, has d!ed in captivity days after she was kidnapped.
Aduku, popularly known as Hon. Rosella among her colleagues,
was reportedly kidnapped on October 1, 2026.
Details surrounding her d3ath, including whether any ransom
was demanded or paid, were not immediately available as of the time of filing
this report.
The Chairman of Olamaboro Local Government Area, Dr Ameh
Williams, confirmed her d3ath in a statement issued on Friday, October 8, 2026.
Williams described the late councillor as a wonderful,
humble and reliable person.
“It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden demise of our
dear sister and colleague Hon Mrs Rosemary Aduku, the Honorable Councilor
representing the good people of Ogugu Ward 3 in the 8 Olamaboro Legislative
Council,” the statement read.
"Hon Rosella as she is profoundly called among her
colleagues in the council and members of the Olamaboro Executive Council has
been a wonderful soul and down to earth.
"She has been a reliable fellow whose idea is to make
everyone around her happy. Though your life was short lived but we will
definitely take solace in your legacies and testimonies we have received since
your demise.
"At this point we pray that God Almighty continue to
rest your soul, grant your entire family, members of the Olamaboro 8
Legislative Council, members of Olamaboro Executive Council and the entire
Ogugu district the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
“Adieu Hon Mrs Rosemary Aduku.Burial is scheduled for 1pm
prompt this afternoon at her family compound, Ogugu centre.We use this medium
to invite All APC family to be part of the burial as we bid our sister a final
farewell.”
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