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Gunmen Kill Edo Businessman Hours Before Child’s Dedication

From The Punch · (5m ago) English Critical tone

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A businessman, Justice Oshioke, was shot dead by suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria.
  • The incident occurred on Saturday night as Oshioke was returning home, and he was killed after resisting an abduction attempt.
  • The killing happened hours before the dedication of his newborn child, leaving residents in shock over the rising insecurity.

The vibrant community of Ekpoma in Edo State is reeling from a brutal act of violence that has shattered the anticipation of a joyous occasion. Justice Oshioke, a respected businessman and CEO of Principle Takeout, was tragically murdered just hours before the dedication of his newborn child. This heinous crime, reportedly carried out by suspected kidnappers on Saturday night, underscores the pervasive and deeply concerning insecurity plaguing our region.

Eyewitness accounts paint a grim picture: Oshioke was attacked while returning home, and when he resisted an attempt to abduct him, his assailants resorted to lethal force. The swiftness of the attack and the tragic loss of life have sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the audacity of criminal elements who operate with impunity.

The attackers tried to drag him into the bush, but he resisted, and he was shot.

— EyewitnessDescribing the moments leading up to the businessman's death during an attempted abduction.

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the incident and stated that a full-scale investigation is underway. While the police assure the public that efforts are being made to apprehend the perpetrators, this tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for enhanced security measures. The community's grief is compounded by the fear that such violence instills, leaving many questioning their safety and the effectiveness of current security strategies. The Punch, as a voice for the people, shares in this sorrow and calls for decisive action to bring the culprits to justice and restore peace to our communities.

The Edo State Police Command is deeply saddened by the tragic murder of Justice Abu Oshioke. He was fatally shot by unidentified armed men on 2nd May 2026 at about 9:55 p.m. at Idumebo, Ekpoma.

— Eno IkoedemSpokesperson for the Edo State Police Command, confirming the details of the incident.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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