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One killed as gunmen attack federal lawmaker convoy – Report

Gunmen on Sunday night attacked the convoy of Ginger Obinna Onwusibe, lawmaker representing Isiala Ngwa North and South Federal Constituency.

 

The attack occurred around 9 PM, leaving one police officer dead and another injured.

 

The assailants, disguised in black outfits and police-style armour, intercepted the convoy with a Toyota Corolla.

 

At the time, the Labour Party lawmaker was not in the vehicle; only two police escorts and a driver were present.

 

The attackers fired at the vehicle, killing one officer on the spot before fleeing the scene.

 

Security personnel from the Ubakala police station responded with gunfire, and investigations are underway.

 

Authorities suspect the gunmen may be linked to kidnapping activities, though further details are pending.

 

 

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Akanji Philip

Akanji Philip has been working as a reporter with VOICE AIR MEDIA, both onsite at the head office in Odi-Olowo, Osogbo, and remotely. He has covered events at notable political venues, involving prominent figures such as former Osun Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, current Osun State Governor Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, the late Ondo Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and various other representatives and lawmakers. In addition, he has represented the company at various press conferences at police stations and has reported on occasions featuring entertainers and actors, such as Kola Oyewo during Oba-Ile Day in Osun State, among others. -Phone Number: +2349058501092, +2348137827714 -Email: akanjiphilips100@gmail.com

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