A CATHOLIC PRIEST, REV. FR. SAMUEL OPEYEMI OYETORO, HAS BEEN REPORTEDLY KILLED BY UNKNOWN ASSAILANTS IN AJAOKUTA, KOGI STATE. (PHOTO).

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 Catholic priest reportedly klled in Kogi  A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Samuel Opeyemi Oyetoro, has been reportedly killed by unknown assailants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State. According to reports, the priest was stabbed multiple times along Ajaokuta road on Wednesday, 29th July 2026. His body was found dumped at the roadside.  Rev. Fr. Oyetoro was born in Egbe, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State and a native of Ayetoro in Ijumu Local Government Area.  Until his death, he served as a priest at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Egbe. The full circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, and authorities are yet to issue a comprehensive official statement.  The Catholic Diocese of Lokoja confirmed the d3ath of the priest in a statement and requested all religious and Laity to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul.” “We kindly request all priests, religious and Laity to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul during their Holy Masses and personal pra...

ENUGU GOVERNOR VOWS TO IMMORTALIZE MUSIC LEGEND MIKE EJEAGHA. (PHOTO).


 Enugu Governor Vows to Immortalize Music Legend Mike Ejeagha


Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of legendary Nigerian folklorist and musician, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha, who died on Friday. In a heartfelt statement posted on his verified X account on Saturday, Mbah promised to immortalize the cultural icon, whose work profoundly shaped Nigeria’s musical heritage.


Describing Ejeagha as a “legend, cultural ambassador, and revered son of Enugu State,” Mbah praised the musician’s ability to transform simple Igbo folktales into universally resonant highlife songs. “His immense talent and genius lay in how he took simple indigenous folktales and turned them into unforgettable songs that resonate across cultures,” the governor said.


Mbah highlighted Ejeagha’s humility and widespread appeal, noting that his fanbase transcended boundaries, making him one of the most recognizable voices in Nigerian music. “He was one of the finest musicians of his generation, with an easygoing personality and a humility that belied his towering celebrity status,” Mbah added.


The governor described Ejeagha’s death as a significant loss, not only for his family but for Enugu State, the music community, and the nation. “His death leaves a huge void that will be difficult to fill. But the legacies he has left behind will last a lifetime,” he stated.


On behalf of the Enugu State Government, Mbah extended condolences to the Ejeagha family, assuring them of the state’s support. He also committed to ensuring that Ejeagha’s legacy is “duly immortalized.” The governor concluded with a prayer for the family, saying, “I pray that his family experiences the comforting grace of God’s love, and the fortitude to bear the loss. Rest in peace, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha.”


Ejeagha, celebrated for his decades-long career, was renowned for championing Igbo folklore and proverbs through his distinctive highlife music, earning him a cherished place in Nigeria’s cultural history.

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