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Bandits Attack Idofin Community In Kogi State, Kill One Resident, Injure Another As Fear Grows Over Rising Insecurity In Yagba East
Bandits have attacked Idofin community in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing one person and seriously injuring another in a fresh wave of insecurity in the area. The attack occurred between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, according to information gathered by SaharaReporters.
The deceased was identified as a Tiv man, while another indigene of the community sustained severe injuries during the assault. A local platform, Egbe Mekun, reported that the injured victim was later evacuated by military personnel and taken to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.
As of the time of filing the report, neither the Kogi State Government nor the Nigerian Police had issued an official statement on the incident. Residents have continued to express fear and frustration over repeated attacks in Yagba East and neighbouring communities, urging the state government and security agencies to urgently strengthen security to prevent further loss of lives.
The attack adds to growing concerns over insecurity in Kogi State, following a recent incident in Ayetoro-Kiri community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, where three abducted residents reportedly died despite the payment of ransom. While seven abductees were eventually released, several others were hospitalised, and about 30 residents were said to remain in captivity.
Community leaders have accused authorities of failing to take decisive action against the perpetrators, alleging that peaceful protesters demanding security and justice were instead tear-gassed and arrested. The latest attack in Idofin has further heightened calls for urgent government intervention to protect lives and restore peace in affected communities.
Bandits have attacked Idofin community in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing one person and seriously injuring another in a fresh wave of insecurity in the area. The attack occurred between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, according to information gathered by SaharaReporters.
The deceased was identified as a Tiv man, while another indigene of the community sustained severe injuries during the assault. A local platform, Egbe Mekun, reported that the injured victim was later evacuated by military personnel and taken to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.
As of the time of filing the report, neither the Kogi State Government nor the Nigerian Police had issued an official statement on the incident. Residents have continued to express fear and frustration over repeated attacks in Yagba East and neighbouring communities, urging the state government and security agencies to urgently strengthen security to prevent further loss of lives.
The attack adds to growing concerns over insecurity in Kogi State, following a recent incident in Ayetoro-Kiri community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, where three abducted residents reportedly died despite the payment of ransom. While seven abductees were eventually released, several others were hospitalised, and about 30 residents were said to remain in captivity.
Community leaders have accused authorities of failing to take decisive action against the perpetrators, alleging that peaceful protesters demanding security and justice were instead tear-gassed and arrested. The latest attack in Idofin has further heightened calls for urgent government intervention to protect lives and restore peace in affected communities.
Bandits Attack Idofin Community In Kogi State, Kill One Resident, Injure Another As Fear Grows Over Rising Insecurity In Yagba East
Bandits have attacked Idofin community in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing one person and seriously injuring another in a fresh wave of insecurity in the area. The attack occurred between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, according to information gathered by SaharaReporters.
The deceased was identified as a Tiv man, while another indigene of the community sustained severe injuries during the assault. A local platform, Egbe Mekun, reported that the injured victim was later evacuated by military personnel and taken to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.
As of the time of filing the report, neither the Kogi State Government nor the Nigerian Police had issued an official statement on the incident. Residents have continued to express fear and frustration over repeated attacks in Yagba East and neighbouring communities, urging the state government and security agencies to urgently strengthen security to prevent further loss of lives.
The attack adds to growing concerns over insecurity in Kogi State, following a recent incident in Ayetoro-Kiri community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, where three abducted residents reportedly died despite the payment of ransom. While seven abductees were eventually released, several others were hospitalised, and about 30 residents were said to remain in captivity.
Community leaders have accused authorities of failing to take decisive action against the perpetrators, alleging that peaceful protesters demanding security and justice were instead tear-gassed and arrested. The latest attack in Idofin has further heightened calls for urgent government intervention to protect lives and restore peace in affected communities.
