The independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says the residence of its Electoral Commissioner in Lokoja, Kogi State, was attacked by gunmen at about 3.30am today, Friday December 1.
Fresh Angle International, can report that the Commission in a statement dropped on its X Handle few minutes ago, explained: “The armed men engaged the security personnel in a gun battle for over 30 minutes until reinforcement arrived.
“While no lives were lost, property was destroyed in the ensuing gun battle. A team of combined security personnel have been deployed to protect the residence.
“This incident occurred a day after a mob besieged our state office. We call for a thorough investigation and enhanced security protection for our personnel and assets in Kogi State.”
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