Gov Bello Places N5m Bounty On Kogi Attackers
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state has offered N5 million as a reward to any individual that can provide information on those who attacked Ojuwo Ajamagbe and Agbenema in Delina and Omala local govt. areas of the state.
In a statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity to the Governor, Kingsley Fanwo, he said the government was saddened by the attack on the communities.
He confirmed that a total of three persons were killed, including Musa Edibo, the Onu of Agbenema.
Fanwo further stated that other persons were also injured and were currently hospitalised and were responding to treatment.
He said: “On a happier note and contrary to trending reports by all sections of the media, the wife of the murdered traditional chief was neither injured nor killed.
“Though advanced in age and battling age-related ailments, she interacted extensively with our officials who paid a condolence visit to the community today.”
The governors aide said Intelligence reports showed that the attackers at Agbenema on the afternoon of Monday, 19th March, 2018 appeared to be the same group which attacked Ojuwo Ajamàgbe, near Oganenigu in Dekina Local Government Area 5 days earlier.
“We once again reiterate our total commitment as a Government to the security of lives and properties in the State; the protection extends to all peaceful and law-abiding citizens and residents, irrespective of religion or tribe.
“The public is therefore urged to call or send messages in this regard to 0705 889 0048,” he added.