The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and suspected drug barons engaged in a gunfight on Monday in Edo state.
The attack occurred in Okpuje, Uzeba community in Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State. This resulted in one confirmed death and three injuries.
The deceased is Emmanuel Monday, 16. Ajayi Irobia, 54, an NDLEA official, and one Godspower Omage, 20, were hurt.
Mitchell Ofoyeju, the NDLEA’s Edo State Commander, stated that armed drug dealers attacked NDLEA agents who were on official business.
Mitchell Ofoyeju, the NDLEA’s Edo State Commander, stated that armed drug dealers attacked NDLEA agents who were on official business.
He claimed that the area was well known for growing cannabis sativa.
Edo Police Deputy spokesman ASP Eno Ikoedem stated that Monday Agbonika, the Commissioner of Police, paid a visit to the village to offer condolences to the family of the deceased and to find out the real circumstances.
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According to the report, the Edo CP met with youths and community leaders for a peace engagement and paid a visit to the boy’s parents.
“The police have taken over the case and started a thorough and impartial investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident,” Agbonika added in the statement
“Furthermore, the CP visited Godswill Memorial Nursing Centre, Uzeba, where he met God’spower Omage (20 years) and Ajayi Irobia (54 years), who were receiving medical attention. He assured them of justice and police support.
“The CP also visited the mortuary where the remains of the deceased boy were deposited. He arranged for an autopsy to determine the cause of death and ensure proper documentation for the ongoing investigation.
“The Commissioner of Police has directed that the case be thoroughly investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Benin City. The Command assures the general public that updates on the investigation will be communicated as soon as credible findings emerge. The Edo State Police Command remains committed to upholding justice, maintaining peace. Ensuring the protection of lives and property across the state,” the statement reads.
