The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reported that gunmen attacked the residence of its Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Lokoja, Kogi State.
The incident occurred around 3:30 am on Friday, December 1, 2023. In a communique released to Channels Television, INEC stated that the armed men engaged security personnel in a gun battle for over 30 minutes until reinforcements arrived.
While no lives were lost, property was damaged in the confrontation. The commission has deployed a team of combined security personnel to protect the residence.
This incident follows a previous mob attack on the state office. INEC is calling for a thorough investigation and heightened security measures for its personnel and assets in Kogi State.