Lokoja Violence: 2 Chinese Abducted, 5 Nigerians Murdered By Gunmen

Lokoja Violence: 2 Chinese Abducted, 5 Nigerians Murdered By Gunmen

Suspected kidnappers abducted two Chinese nationals and killed five security personnel during an assault on a mining site in Zango City, just outside Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State, on Monday, July 22……. CONTINUE READING

Approximately 20 gunmen raided the mining site in Zango City, where they fatally shot three vigilantes and two mining site employees before taking away the two Chinese citizens.

Local residents described the incident as occurring around 5 pm, lasting about 45 minutes, with the attackers initially firing gunshots indiscriminately into the air.

“Initially, the situation was unclear, and the gunfire was intense. Due to fear, I evacuated the area along with others. This incident is deeply concerning for our state capital. We appeal to the government to enhance security measures in the region,” one local resident said.