Police Confirm Abduction Of 30 Persons, Two Killed In Bandit Attack On Kogi Community

The Ayegunle Bunu community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State was thrown into panic in the early hours of Monday following a deadly bandit attack that left two persons dead and 30 others abducted, the police has said

The attack, which reportedly occurred at about 2:25 a.m. on June 1, 2026, saw armed bandits invade the community and abduct residents as well as travelers passing through the area.
Initial reports indicated that one person was killed and another injured during the incident. However, the Kogi State Police Command has confirmed that two persons lost their lives in the attack.

Sources in the community disclosed that among those abducted were two residents of Ayegunle Bunu, a man and a woman, while the remaining victims were passengers traveling in a commercial bus intercepted by the attackers.

Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Afusat Oyiza Saliu, said a total of 30 persons were kidnapped, comprising 26 males and four females.

According to her, the deceased were identified as Abdullahi Hashimu, a 22-year-old indigene of Igabi Local Government Area and a passenger in one of the intercepted vehicles, and Chief James Obayomi, 65, who was among three residents abducted from Ayegunle village during the attack.

The police spokesperson noted that security agencies have commenced efforts to rescue the abducted victims and apprehend the perpetrators.

Meanwhile, residents of the community said efforts were ongoing to determine the full extent of the attack and ascertain whether more persons were affected.

The incident adds to growing concerns over insecurity along major roads and rural communities in parts of Kogi State.