Gunmen Kill 85-Year-Old Edo Community Secretary

Gunmen have killed an 85-year-old community secretary in Edo State, prompting a police investigation into the attack near Benin City.

The victim, Reuben Owie, was the secretary of Iyowa community in Ovia North-East Local Government Area. He was reportedly shot at his residence in Iguosa, near Okhunhun, on August 2.

Daily Post reported that two unidentified armed men attacked Owie at about 8:15pm. The report said the Edo State Police Command confirmed the killing in a statement issued on Saturday.

Daily Trust also reported the same incident, identifying Owie as a community leader and saying the case was reported by his son, Osayomwanbo Owie. The report said the attack happened at No. 2 Abu Street, Iguosa, off Okhunhun Road, Benin City.

Police said they had begun an investigation and appealed for useful information that could help trace the attackers. No arrest was reported.

Sources: Daily Post, Daily Trust