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...

PRESIDENT TINUBU HONOURS FALLEN HEROES AT AFCRD 2026 AS COAS, SERVICE CHIEFS PAY SOLEMN TRIBUTE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 PRESIDENT TINUBU HONOURS FALLEN HEROES AT AFCRD 2026 AS COAS, SERVICE CHIEFS PAY SOLEMN TRIBUTE


President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on Thursday, 15 January 2026, led the nation in solemn remembrance of Nigeria’s fallen heroes during the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) 2026 at the National Cenotaph, Eagle Square, Abuja. The deeply reflective ceremony served as a moment of national gratitude for officers and men who laid down their lives in defence of the country’s peace, unity and sovereignty.


The President was represented at the occasion by the Vice President, His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON who laid a wreath on behalf of the President in honour of the brave personnel who paid the supreme sacrifice in service to the nation.


The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, NAM joined the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, AFM other Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police in laying wreaths to honour the courage, sacrifice and enduring legacy of Nigeria’s fallen heroes. The gesture highlights the relentless commitment of the Armed Forces and security agencies to uphold the values of patriotism, selflessness and loyalty to the fatherland.


The ceremony was attended by an array of dignitaries, including the President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria, Honourable Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun,  the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) OFR and other members of the Federal Executive Council, heads of security agencies, members of the diplomatic corps, senior officers, serving and retired, members of the Nigerian Legion and other distinguished guests. Together, they paid heartfelt tribute to the men and women whose sacrifices continue to inspire national resolve and collective remembrance.

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