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The Kogi State Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting at ASCO Camp in Ajaokuta, which claimed the lives of two serving police officers.
The incident occurred on October 23, 2026, and was reported at 11:04 pm, according to a statement issued by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, on Sunday.
Preliminary findings indicated that Corporal Amos Yusuf, who was on night duty, shot his female colleague, Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi, before shooting himself.
The command said the Divisional Police Officer in Ajaokuta led a team of officers to the scene after the incident was reported.
Both officers were taken to separate medical facilities, where medical personnel confirmed their deaths. Their remains were subsequently deposited at the mortuary of ASCO Hospital.
“An AK-47 rifle and four expended cartridges were recovered at the scene as exhibits,” the statement said.
The police said the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for an in-depth investigation.
The command added that the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive remained under investigation, warning that it would not speculate on issues that had yet to be established.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, extends his condolences to the families, colleagues and loved ones of the deceased officers over this tragic incident,” the statement added.
The command assured the public that it would provide verified updates as appropriate.
