Gunmen kill 85-year-old Edo community leader
Gunmen kill 85-year-old Reuben Owie, a respected Edo community leader and secretary of Iyowa. Police confirm the incident and launch an investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-85-year-old-edo-community-leader/
An 85-year-old Edo community leader, Reuben Owie, was fatally shot in his home in Iguosa, Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 2, 2026, around 8:15pm. Two unidentified gunmen attacked Owie, reportedly shooting him in the head, leading to his death. The attack was reported by Owie's son, Osayomwanbo Owie, to the Edo State Police Command.
The police confirmed the incident and are investigating the case. The deceased's body has been taken to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital.
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