Policeman, 2 others killed in Kogi
The Police in Kogi has confirmed the killing of three persons during the presidential and National Assembly elections in the state. DSP William Aya, the command’s spokesman, confirmed the deaths on Sunday in Lokoja. He said that two persons were killed on election day, while the third, a police Inspector, was killed on the eve […]
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The Police in Kogi has confirmed the killing of three persons during the presidential and National Assembly elections in the state.
DSP William Aya, the command’s spokesman, confirmed the deaths on Sunday in Lokoja.
He said that two persons were killed on election day, while the third, a police Inspector, was killed on the eve of the election.
He said the deaths were recorded in Ayingba, Dekina Local Government Area, and Odolu, Igalamela Local Government Area, all in Kogi East Senatorial district.
He also said that a policeman, identified as Insp. Mohammed Hammani, was killed on the eve of the election at Okene while in company of an aide to the state governor.
He said the situation in Okene, Ayingba and Odolu had been brought under control.
Aya described the situation in the state as calm and commended the residents and candidates for their peaceful conduct.