Gunmen have killed a police officer, Sgt. Peter Ikwen, in Calabar, the Cross River State capital.
It was gathered that Ikwen was killed at Edgerton Street, Calabar in the early hours of Saturday.
The incident was confirmed by the Cross River State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Irene Ugbo.
READ ALSO: Biden speaks on Paul Pelosi’s attack, says enough is enough
“I have just gathered that a police sergeant was shot dead by unknown gunmen in the early hours of today (Saturday) and his rifle was taken away by the assailants,” Ugbo said.
The police spokesperson added that investigation has begun with a view to unraveling those behind the act which, she described, as condemnable.
Latest posts by Segun Ojo (see all)
- Lagos govt targets $1trn GDP by 2052, seeks more investment - October 28, 2026
- Wike: Ogoni people’ll reward Tinubu with votes in 2027 over varsity approval - October 28, 2026
- World Bank forecasts 23% rise in global commodity prices in 2026 - October 28, 2026
Advertisement
