Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, a federal lawmaker representing Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency in Edo State, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at his Uromi residence on Friday morning.
The attackers, disguised as police officers, arrived in a Lexus GX 470 with a Rivers State registration number, PHC 253 FF.
According to his media aide, Michael Ihaza, the armed men claimed to have an appointment and proceeded to the seating room.
However, the timely intervention of Okojie’s security personnel thwarted the assassination attempt.
Two suspects, including the driver, were apprehended and are being interrogated by the Nigeria Police Force’s Uromi Area Command.
During questioning, they confessed to being hired by PDP leaders in Esan North East Local Government Area.
Okojie, husband of Nollywood star Mercy Johnson, is a prominent figure in Edo State politics. His narrow escape highlights concerns about political violence and intimidation ahead of the elections.
