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Gunmen Kill Two Policemen in Kogi
Two police officers have been killed by unidentified gunmen in Isanlu, Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The attack, which took place on Sunday along Ilafin Road, left the community in shock. The officers, attached to MOPOL 70, were reportedly ambushed while on duty.
Confirming the incident, Chairman of Yagba East Local Government, Dr. Joshua Dare Monday, described the killing as a brutal assault on peace and security in the area. He said the officers died in active service and their sacrifice would not be forgotten.
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“This tragic incident is not only an attack on the Nigeria Police Force but also an assault on the peace of our land,” he said, while extending condolences to the bereaved families and the Nigeria Police Force.
Dr. Monday urged security agencies to investigate the incident and bring the perpetrators to justice. He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security operatives and ensuring peace in the area.
He prayed for the repose of the souls of the slain officers and called for unity and resilience among the people of Yagba East in the face of the occurrence.
