Residents of Iluke community in Bunu District of Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State have called for urgent government intervention following a deadly attack by armed assailants that left three people dead, including a vice principal.
The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, threw the community into mourning and heightened concerns over security in the area.
Community sources identified one of the victims as Mr. Gani Anifowose, Vice Principal of Government Secondary School, Iluke. He was reportedly killed alongside two other residents during the attack.
Residents said the attackers operated for several hours, creating fear and confusion within the community.
Some community members also alleged that students who were scheduled to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) English Language paper on Wednesday were taken away during the incident.
Reacting to the development, the Kogi State Government said security operatives foiled an attempted mass abduction of students during the attack.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, said the attackers disguised themselves in military uniforms to gain access to the community.
According to the government, three community members lost their lives in the attack, while security personnel successfully rescued students who were allegedly being taken away by the assailants.
“The unfortunate attack led to the death of three members of the community. Government extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, the people of Iluke Community, and the entire Bunu District over this painful loss,” the statement said.
