At least one person was killed and two others wounded in a violent attack on a Tiv community in Ogwutu village, Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State. The attack happened early Wednesday around 5 a.m.
According to security sources, unidentified armed men invaded the settlement along Iyade Road, shooting randomly and setting some houses on fire. During the attack, 35-year-old Yega Hosamo was shot and killed.
Two women, Veronica Jacob Alakashe and Nguvelen Kaase, were also injured. Veronica was shot in the arm, while Nguvelen sustained a gunshot wound to her lower body. Both victims were rushed to Ochala Memorial Clinic in Abejukolo for treatment.
The body of the deceased has been taken to the General Hospital Mortuary for autopsy. Security agents have begun investigations to find those responsible for the attack.
This incident adds to the growing security concerns in Kogi State, where communities have faced repeated attacks from armed groups.
