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| Gunmen attack Obajana police headquarters in Kogi, one killed, several injured |
| 2026-01-13 |
Text: Gunmen attack Obajana police headquarters in Kogi, one killed, several injured By Zagazola Makama Unknown gunmen on Sunday night attempted to storm the Obajana Police Divisional Headquarters in Kogi State but were repelled by combined security forces, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 10:30 p.m. when a large number of assailants sought to invade the divisional headquarters. The attackers were confronted by joint operatives comprising the Immediate Response Team (IRT), Quick Response Unit (QRU), Counter-Terrorism Unit (CTU), Police Mobile Force (PMF), Divisional personnel, and members of Vigilante. During the ensuing exchange of fire, several security personnel sustained gunshot wounds. Victims included Inspector Onwaye Solomon, AP attached to QRU Lokoja, as well as Ahmadu Adamu, one Ahmadu (surname yet unknown), Muhammed Usman, and Ibrahim Mustapha, all members of the Vigilante. The injured were immediately rushed to Fisayo Hospital, Obajana, for medical attention. One of the injured, Ahmadu (surname unknown), was confirmed dead by hospital authorities. More at the link |
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