Gunmen kill 85-year-old community secretary in Edo
Gunmen have killed an 85-year-old secretary of the Iyowa community in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. DAILY POST gathered that the deceased identified as Reuben Owie, was also the leader of the community. He was reportedly shot dead by two unidentified armed men at his residence in Iguosa, near Okhunhun, Benin City […] Gunmen kill 85-year-old community secretary in Edo
Two unidentified armed men shot and killed Reuben Owie, an 85-year-old community secretary and leader of the Iyowa community, in his residence in Iguosa, Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident occurred at around 8:15 pm on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The Edo State Police Command confirmed the attack, which was reported by the deceased's son, Osayomwanbo Owie.
The head shot resulted in the victim's death, and his body was subsequently taken to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to identify and apprehend the suspects.
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