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...

ANAMBRA POLICE COMMAND DECORATES 89 INSPECTORS TO ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENTS OF POLICE, INDUCTS THEM INTO THE OFFICERS’ MESS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 ANAMBRA POLICE COMMAND DECORATES 89 INSPECTORS TO ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENTS OF POLICE, INDUCTS THEM INTO THE OFFICERS’ MESS


The Anambra State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, today 10th September, 2025 decorated 89 (Eighty-Nine) newly promoted Inspectors to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in a colourful ceremony held at the Command Headquarters, Awka.


The event, which was attended by senior officers of the Command, family members, and well-wishers, marked a significant milestone in the careers of the officers. In addition to their decoration, the officers were officially inducted into the Police Officers’ Mess, symbolizing their transition into the Officer Cadre of the Nigeria Police Force.


The CP represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the Criminal Investigation Department Awka DCP Mantu Chong mni congratulated the newly promoted officers and charged them to see their elevation as both a reward for hard work and a call to greater responsibility. He reminded them that leadership in the Nigeria Police Force requires professionalism, discipline, and commitment to the protection of lives and property. He further noted that Promotion comes with higher expectations. In his words: "the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM approved these promotions in recognition of your dedication and sacrifices. You must now justify the confidence reposed in you by ensuring effective service delivery and upholding the values of honesty, fairness, and accountability."


He also urged them to remain role models to their subordinates and to deepen their collaboration with communities in tackling crime and sustaining peace in Anambra State.


Speaking on behalf of the newly promoted officers, ASP Oliji Alfred expressed profound gratitude to the Police Service Commission and the Force Headquarters for finding them worthy of the elevation. He pledged that the officers would redouble their commitment to duty and ensure that they live up to the expectations of their new ranks.


The ceremony ended with group photographs and induction formalities into the Officers’ Mess, further cementing the sense of camaraderie and leadership required at their new level of service.


SP Tochukwu Ikenga

Police Public Relations Officer

Anambra State Police Command, Awka


10th September 2025.

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