The Nigeria Police Force has made a public appeal to the residents of Kogi State, urging them to provide any relevant information regarding the reported attack on the Secretary of the Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, David Umar Mike.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP William Ovye Aya, implored the general public to refrain from making statements that could potentially prejudice the ongoing investigations into the incident. The Police spokesperson emphasized that updates on the progress of the investigation will be shared with the public as it unfolds. Furthermore, the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Bethrand Onuoha, has ordered a comprehensive and meticulous investigation into the matter.
According to the statement, Mr. David Umar Mike, accompanied by Labode Apreala and Hassimu Adamu, reported to the State Criminal Investigation Department at the Kogi State Police Headquarters. They recounted that on Monday, December 4th, 2023, at approximately 6:20 pm, while en route from their hotel rooms in Lokoja to their office at the High Court Complex, their vehicle was intercepted by an SUV and two other accompanying SUVs. The assailants, reportedly armed and dressed in black attire, allegedly surrounded and blocked their vehicle, fired shots into the air, and forcibly confiscated important documents, including petitions filed by political parties and personal belongings.
The statement also revealed that the incident was promptly reported to the Department of State Services (DSS) office, underscoring the gravity of the situation. The Kogi State Police Command emphasized the importance of conducting a meticulous investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack, as distorted information about the incident has circulated publicly. Therefore, the public is urged to exercise restraint and avoid spreading misinformation that could impede the ongoing investigation.
As the authorities strive to shed light on this alarming incident, the cooperation and support of the public in providing pertinent information are crucial in ensuring that justice prevails.
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