HOW NASARAWA CATECHIST WAS FATALLY SHOT BY GUNMEN

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HOW NASARAWA CATECHIST WAS FATALLY SHOT BY GUNMEN

Nasarawa State was plunged into mourning yesterday as news broke of the brutal murder of Chief Leonard Ezike Okechukwu, Catechist of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Agunji Centre.

The victim, a respected businessman and owner of Nakowa Pharmacy, was allegedly shot dead at his residence in Nasarawa Eggon, Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area, on Tuesday night, September 24, 2024.

According to eyewitness accounts and social media reports, Ezike’s life was cut short by unknown gunmen who stormed his home.

A Facebook user, Christopher, confirmed the tragic incident in a heartfelt post: “Very Painful Exit. May God grant your soul eternal rest Catechist Okey Ezike… CEO Nakowa pharmacy Nassarawa Eggon, who was killed by unknown gunmen yesterday night at his residence Nassarawa Eggon.”

The senseless killing has sent shockwaves through the community, with many still reeling from the news. As investigations into the murder commence, authorities are urged to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Details of the Incident:

  • Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
  • Time: Night
  • Location: Nassarawa Eggon, Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area, Nasarawa State
  • Victim: Chief Leonard Ezike Okechukwu, Catechist of St. Augustine Catholic Church and owner of Nakowa Pharmacy

The police are yet to release an official statement on the incident. As the community mourns the loss of a devoted servant of God and pillar of society, calls for justice and an end to senseless violence grow louder.

  • Dons Eze

    DONS EZE, PhD, Political Philosopher and Journalist of over four decades standing, worked in several newspaper houses across the country, and rose to the positions of Editor and General Manager. A UNESCO Fellow in Journalism, Dr. Dons Eze, a prolific writer and author of many books, attended several courses on Journalism and Communication in both Nigeria and overseas, including a Postgraduate Course on Journalism at Warsaw, Poland; Strategic Communication and Practical Communication Approach at RIPA International, London, the United Kingdom, among others.

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