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Gunmen Attack Police Station, Kill ASP, Injure Others In Delta

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2 years ago

August 25, 2023

A group of unknown gunmen killed an Assistant Superintendent of Police, and injured another at Isiokolo Division in Ethiope East Local government Area of Delta State.

The attacked officers are, ASP Obasanya Samuel, ASP Robinson Irobo and PC Chukwudi Abanu who were on guard when the incident occurred, it was gathered.

Sources disclosed that the unknown gunmen who stormed the Isiokolo Divisional Headquarters at about 8:30pm on Thursday, killed ASP Obasanya Samuel, while ASP Robinson Irobo was shot in his left hand while the Constable escaped.

It would be recalled that in less than three months, over 8 police officers have been killed in Ughelli North, and Isoko South local government areas of Delta state.

In Ughelli North, an Inspector, Destiny Ifeanyi was kidnapped and killed, PC Ujeya was shot dead, two other officers were shot dead at Ekredjebor, another Inspector Ukpaka attached to Dragon 19 was killed along the East-West Road, and four others that were shot dead and their vehicle set ablaze at Oleh roundabout in Isoko South local government areas respectively.

According to sources, “The Station Officer, ASP Samuel Obasanya and two other officers, ASP Robinson Irobo and PC Chukwudi Abanu were at the gate of the station, when their assailants, three in number on a motorcycle attacked them.

“The Station Officer, ASP Samuel Obasanya was shot and was confirmed dead at Isiokolo General Hospital, while ASP Robinson Irobo was injured in his left hand and PC Chukwudi Abamu escaped.

“They opened fire on them and sped off the scene. The injured officers were rushed to Isiokolo General Hospital for medical attention and ASP Samuel Obasanya was confirmed dead and his corpse deposited at the morgue.

“The other injured Officer, ASP Robinson Irobo is currently receiving treatment while the Delta State Commissioner of Police Mr Wale Abass has drafted a team of security operatives to unravel those behind the killing.”

Contacted, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Edafe Bright who confirmed the incident said, “It was a drive-by shooting, we lost one of our officers. We are on the trail of the suspects.”

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JUST IN: Fire Guts Ogun Guangdong Free Trade Zone In Igbesa

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11 hours ago

January 11, 2026

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A fire broke out on Sunday at the Ogun State Guangdong Free Trade Zone in Igbesa.

As of this report, there has been no official statement on what caused the incident. However, a resident said the fire was triggered by a gas explosion from a foam-producing company in the industrial park.

The source added that the fire spread quickly, affecting nearby houses before emergency responders arrived.

Details later…

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AAU Postpones Resumption Date

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1 day ago

January 10, 2026

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The management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, has approved, on behalf of the university’s Senate, the postponement of students’ resumption and commencement of academic activities.

In a statement,
Otunba Mike Aladenika,
Head, Information, Public Relations & Protocol, AAU, said the decision became necessary to enable the university to complete ongoing renovation works on student structures and facilities, aimed at enhancing the overall teaching and learning experience.

“According to him, the management is committed to providing a conducive environment for academic excellence and believes that this temporary adjustment will ultimately benefit our students.

“While the university management intends to announce a new resumption date, any student(s) still in our hostels are advised to vacate with immediate effect to allow for effective ongoing renovation works

“In light of this development, the university regrets to announce that the 140th Inaugural Lecture, originally scheduled for Thursday, 15th January 2026, and ongoing examinations have been postponed.

“A new date for the lecture and the completion of the examinations will be communicated to all stakeholders in due course.

“The university appreciates the understanding and cooperation of students, parents, and guardians on this matter.

“We urge all students to adhere to the new resumption date and prepare for a productive academic session.

“Parents and guardians are kindly requested to ensure their children/wards are aware of and comply with the revised resumption schedule.”

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Protest Rocks Ekpoma Over Incessant Kidnapping

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1 day ago

January 10, 2026

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Residents of Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State on Saturday protested against incessant kidnappings in the area.

Ekpoma, in recent times has been under attack by kidnappers who snatched residents from their homes.

The protest grounded commercial activities as students of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, also joined in the protest.

The protesters, in anger, also pulled down campaign billboards for the 2027 general elections mounted in the university hosting town.

Speaking on the protest, Principal Security Officer to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Austin Eigbiremolen, assured that adequate security would be deployed to Ekpoma.

According to him, the kidnappers would be chased away from the area in no distance time.

Also reacting to the protest, Edo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, dismissed was top of the security situation in Ekpoma, adding the state Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, was already in Ekpoma.

Ikoedem said nine persons who were kidnapped on Friday were rescued unhurt after the Eagle Combat Drone Unit was deployed to the forest alongside local hunters.

“In the heat of the rescue operation, the kidnappers’ camp was located through real-time aerial intelligence.

“The ground troops stormed the camp, forcing the kidnappers to flee and abandon two locally fabricated AK-49 rifles.

“The victims, including five children were rescued unhurt. This landmark deployment underscores the transformative role of technology in modern policing and sets a new benchmark for operational enhancement in Edo State,” she said.