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 SECURITY: POLICE COMMAND NOTES THAT NDI ANAMBRA HAVE EMBRACED DIALOGUE OVER UNPATRIOTIC ACTIONS SUCH AS PROTESTS AND ILLEGAL SIT-AT-HOME ORDERS.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE..


 ANAMBRA SECURITY: POLICE COMMAND NOTES THAT NDI ANAMBRA HAVE EMBRACED DIALOGUE OVER UNPATRIOTIC ACTIONS SUCH AS PROTESTS AND ILLEGAL SIT-AT-HOME ORDERS.


The Anambra State Police Command has conducted a security situational assessment following credible intelligence reports about a planned protest in some parts of the State.


The assessment revealed that residents, particularly Ndi Anambra, have embraced dialogue and peaceful engagement as a means of addressing concerns, rather than indulging in unpatriotic actions such as protests, illegal sit-at-home orders, or any form of civil disturbance that disrupts public peace and socio-economic activities.


The Command commends the good people of Anambra State for their growing commitment to peace, unity, and progress. It further assures that adequate security arrangements have been emplaced to sustain the existing peace and to ensure that law-abiding citizens continue their legitimate activities without fear.


The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc mnips PhD reiterates that the Command under his watch will continue to adopt proactive measures, strengthen community policing strategies, and collaborate with critical stakeholders to maintain security, law, and order across the State. 


SP Tochukwu Ikenga

Police Public Relations Officer

Anambra State Police Command, Awka


19th October, 2025

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