Kogi orders probe into killing of Catholic priest

We have absolute confidence in the professionalism and capacity of our security agencies to unravel this unfortunate incident that happened on July 29, 2026," Mr Fanwo said.

A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Samuel Oyetoro, was killed in Kogi State on July 29, 2026. Police have launched an investigation into the tragic incident.

‎Rev. Fr. Opeyemi was reportedly stabbed multiple times, and his lifeless body was discovered by the roadside in Ajaokuta.