Suspected Cable Thief Killed in Kogi Amid Outcry

A suspected cable thief was killed in Ankpa, Kogi, around noon on Thursday. The deceased was recorded pleading for mercy from his assailants, stating, “Please do not kill me, Alhaji, I am the only son of my mother.” The incident has caused tension among residents, with opinions divided; some condemned the act as extra-judicial killing, while others believed the young man deserved his fate.

Usman Adejoh, a concerned resident from Agwa-Ankpa, criticized the handling of the situation, calling it jungle justice and urged authorities to conduct a thorough investigation to alleviate growing tension. He emphasized that suspects should be apprehended and handed over to the police for legal proceedings.

The Atakpo vigilante group, known for combating crime in the area, denied any involvement in the incident. Kogi State Police Command’s spokesperson, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, stated that he had not yet confirmed the incident but would provide updates as soon as possible.