Gunmen Assassinate Monarch In His Palace

His Royal Highness Shagari Ebije’ego Job, the traditional chief (Onu) of Itama in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, has been tragically killed by gunmen at his residence.

The assailants, heavily armed, reportedly trailed the monarch to his home on Monday evening, where they opened fire, killing him on the spot.

According to sources, the gunmen stormed the town late Monday night, driving aggressively before heading directly to the chief’s residence. The attackers, described as heavily armed, arrived at the monarch’s home around 9 p.m., unleashing a barrage of gunfire that sent residents fleeing in fear.

A local resident, Adukwu Ajibili, recounted the terrifying ordeal: “We heard gunshots, and everyone scattered for safety. When the gunfire finally stopped, and the attackers had left, we found that His Royal Highness had been killed.”

The brutal killing has thrown the town into chaos, with many residents fleeing to neighboring villages out of fear of further violence.

As of the time of this report, the Kogi State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Williams Aya, has yet to respond to calls and messages seeking comments on the assassination of Job.

The attack has left the community in shock and mourning as they grapple with the loss of their leader.
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