Tragedy has struck in Benue State, Nigeria, where a renowned lawyer and activist, Mike Ofikwu, was brutally murdered by unknown armed men at his residence in Otukpo Local Government Area.
The incident occurred on Wednesday night around 8 pm when Ofikwu returned home from work and was waiting for his entrance gate to be opened. Two armed men in a vehicle suddenly drove up and shot him dead before fleeing the scene.
Eyewitnesses described the attack as shocking and cinematic, with the gunshot attracting people to the scene who rushed Ofikwu to the hospital. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on arrival due to excessive blood loss.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident and commiserated with Ofikwu’s family and friends, assuring them that justice will be served.
The motive behind the murder remains unclear, leaving the Idoma community in mourning as they struggle to understand why Ofikwu, a prominent lawyer and activist, was targeted.
Incident Details:
– Location: Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue State
– Time: Wednesday night around 8 pm
– Victim: Mike Ofikwu, renowned lawyer and activist
– Perpetrators: Unknown armed men
This senseless tragedy has sent shockwaves through the community, and investigations are ongoing to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Source: Vanguard
