Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Gunmen have killed the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, Honourable Ishaq Yunusa, and abducted another occupant of his vehicle in a brazen attack along the Itobe-Ochadamu Expressway. The incident occurred on Thursday, August 27, 2026, around Ojuwo Olijo in Ofu Local Government Area of the state, according to a statement by the Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Afusat Saliu.
The attack happened at about 5:00 p.m. when armed assailants emerged from the surrounding bush and opened fire on motorists along the busy highway. A blue Toyota Corolla, with registration number GWA 636 CH, was subsequently found abandoned along the highway. Police said the driver, identified as Hon. Ishaq Yunusa, was found dead inside the vehicle, while another occupant was taken into the bush by the assailants.
The Kogi State Police Command confirmed that the deceased has been evacuated to Grimard Hospital, Anyigba, for an autopsy. The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has directed sustained security operations along the affected corridor and ordered that the perpetrators be brought to justice. The command, in collaboration with other security agencies, has intensified operations in the area, with personnel combing the surrounding forest to locate and rescue the abducted victim and apprehend the assailants.
The police have advised motorists and residents along the route to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements to the police or other security agencies. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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