RismadarVoice Reporters
October 24, 2026
A police corporal attached to the Ajaokuta Division of the Kogi State Police Command has allegedly shot his girlfriend dead before taking his own life in an incident that occurred on Friday night.
The incident reportedly happened at approximately 9 p.m. on October 23, 2026, although the circumstances surrounding the deaths have yet to be officially established.
According to reports, the officer allegedly used his service firearm to shoot his girlfriend before turning the weapon on himself.
Both individuals reportedly died from gunshot injuries sustained during the incident.
Their bodies were subsequently evacuated and deposited at a mortuary, while efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting were reportedly initiated.
Sources familiar with the incident suggested that the two had been involved in a romantic relationship before the tragedy.
However, the immediate circumstances that led to the shooting, including any possible disagreement between the pair, remain unclear.
The identities of the deceased officers have not been formally confirmed by the Kogi State Police Command.
The incident has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the alleged shooting and the handling of firearms by security personnel.
It also highlights the importance of establishing the facts through a thorough investigation rather than relying on speculation about the relationship between the deceased.
Efforts by journalists to obtain an official response from the command’s spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police Saliu Oyiza Afusat, were reportedly unsuccessful.
As of the time of the initial reports, the police command had not issued a formal statement confirming the incident or providing details of any investigation.
Further clarification is expected from the authorities regarding the identities of those involved, the weapon allegedly used and the circumstances surrounding both deaths.
The reported incident remains under public scrutiny as residents await an official account from the police.
Authorities have not publicly established a motive for the shooting, and allegations concerning the circumstances leading to the deaths remain unverified.
