Kogi vows justice as bandits kill three in Iluke community

The Kogi State Government has pledged to bring the perpetrators of a deadly attack on Iluke community to justice. Three residents were killed when bandits, reportedly disguised in military uniforms, invaded the area in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area. The attack occurred while students were participating in a West African Senior School Certificate Examination.

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Owing to the superior firepower, professionalism and courage of the security agents, all the students were successfully rescued unharmed and returned to safety.

According to Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, the attackers attempted to march students into the bush. However, security operatives, including military personnel, local vigilantes, and hunters, swiftly engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle. This intervention prevented a mass abduction and further casualties. During the operation, security forces successfully neutralized one bandit, while others escaped with injuries.

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During the operation, security forces neutralised one of the bandits, while several others escaped with severe gunshot wounds.

Fanwo commended the gallantry and professionalism of the security agents, whose actions ensured all students were rescued unharmed. He assured residents that a manhunt for the fleeing suspects is intensifying. The government is closely monitoring the situation and working with security agencies to bolster security presence in the affected area. "Kogi State will not submit to terror," Fanwo stated, promising a determined and uncompromising response to criminal elements threatening the state's peace and security. The government also extended condolences to the families of the deceased.

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Let it be clearly stated that Kogi State will not submit to terror.