A terror attack on Government Secondary School, Iluke in Kogi State, Northcentral Nigeria, has reportedly claimed the life of the Vice Principal and two other residents.
Community sources identified one of the victims as Mr. Gani Anifowose, Vice Principal of Government Secondary School, Iluke. He was reportedly killed alongside two other residents during the attack.
The attack happened on Wednesday morning and the terrorists were said to have operated for several hours.
Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, said in a statement that the attackers disguised themselves in military uniforms to gain access to the community
Residents also alleged that students who were scheduled to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) English Language paper on Wednesday were taken away during the incident.
According to the government, three community members lost their lives in the attack, while security personnel successfully rescued students who were allegedly being taken away by the assailants.
“The unfortunate attack led to the death of three members of the community. Government extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, the people of Iluke Community, and the entire Bunu District over this painful loss,” the statement said.