Kogi APC LG chairman killed by gunmen, another abducted
Three to four sentences introducing the story. Ishaq Yunusa, the All Progressives Congress Chairman in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, was killed by gunmen while traveling along the Itobe-Ochadamu Expressway. Another occupant of his vehicle was abducted during the attack. The Kogi State Police have confirmed the incident and are working with other security agencies to rescue the abducted victim and apprehend the assailants.
What happened
- Ishaq Yunusa was found dead in his blue Toyota Corolla after gunmen attacked his vehicle on the highway.
- Another person in the car was taken into the bush by the assailants.
- The Kogi State Police, led by spokesperson ASP Afusat Saliu, have intensified search and rescue operations in the area.
- The deceased was evacuated to Grimard Hospital, Anyigba, for autopsy.
- The police urged residents and motorists to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
