The Kwara State Police Command has verified a fatal assault on a mining site located in Oreke-Okeigbo, within Ifelodun Local Government Area, which led to the deaths of two police officers and the kidnapping of two individuals, one of whom is a Chinese citizen.
In a press release, the Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, stated that the attack took place on the evening of Wednesday, June 4.
The statement reads: “Information from the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Oreke indicates that unidentified armed assailants invaded the mining facility, shooting and killing two police officers — ASP Haruna Watsai and Inspector Tukur Ogah of the 45 PMF, Abuja, who were on official protective duty. The attackers also carted away the rifles of the deceased officers.
In addition to the killings, the assailants abducted Mr. Sam Xie Wie, a Chinese national, and Mr. David Adenaiye, a native of Kogi State working at the mining site.”
The statement further noted that the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, denounced the vicious attack and reassured the public that robust tactical and intelligence-driven operations are in progress to secure the release of the abducted individuals and capture the culprits.
The command stated that it is working closely with other security agencies and local community stakeholders to enhance security measures and prevent additional attacks.
Citizens are encouraged to stay calm, abide by the law, and provide reliable information to support the ongoing investigations and recovery efforts.
“Further developments will be communicated as investigations progress,” the statement concluded.
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