Five killed in Kogi reprisal attack

Five people were killed in a reprisal attack on three communities in Kogi State’s Lokoja LGA. The Kogi government condemns the violence and orders arrests.

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August 7, 2026 · 09:15 · 5 min read

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Five people were killed in a reprisal attack on three communities in Kogi State’s Lokoja LGA. The Kogi government condemns the violence and orders arrests.

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