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Gbenga Ogbara: APC Chairman shot dead in Osun

The Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Atakumosa East Central local government of the State of Osun, Chief Gbenga Ogbara, has been killed by unknown gunmen.

It was gathered that Ogbara was shot dead inside his sitting room in Igangan, his hometown at about 12am.

A source hinted that Ogbara’s remains has been deposited at Wesley Guild Hospital, Ilesa.

Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer, Osun State Command, Mrs Yemisi Opalola, confirmed the incident.

Opalola said: “The APC chairman was killed around 12am by some gunmen. Policemen have since been deployed to the area. Investigation is ongoing on the matter. The criminals will not escape justice.”

 

Ameh Jazzia-Becky

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