An aspirant for the Kogi State House of Assembly under the All Progressives Congress narrowly escaped what authorities describe as an attempted assassination at a hotel in the state.
The incident occurred late on Tuesday when armed individuals allegedly targeted the politician at his temporary residence.
Security operatives responded swiftly to the situation and apprehended three suspects believed to be connected to the attack.
The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the arrests and stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the motive and identify any additional persons involved.
The aspirant was unharmed and is cooperating with law enforcement as they gather evidence. Police have assured the public of their commitment to ensuring the safety of all political actors and residents, adding that security has been reinforced across the area to prevent further incidents.
