Gunmen Attack Rivers Monarch, Allege Assassination Attempt on Amadabo of Finima

The Amadabo of Finima in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, His Royal Highness Aseme Alabo Dagogo Lambert-Brown, has reportedly escaped an alleged assassination attempt following a gun attack on the building where he resides.

The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of *Saturday, August 22, 2026, when suspected hoodlums allegedly opened sporadic gunfire at the building housing the monarch’s living quarters and other households.

Sources familiar with the incident said the gunmen fired several shots at the premises, causing panic among residents and raising serious concerns over the safety of the traditional ruler and members of the community.

Although the motive behind the attack remains unclear, the incident has been described as a serious security threat, particularly given the alleged targeting of the monarch’s residence.

The traditional ruler reportedly survived the attack, while details regarding possible injuries, casualties or the extent of damage to the building were not immediately available at the time of filing this report.

The incident has also heightened concerns over the security situation in Bonny Local Government Area, with residents expected to call for increased security measures to protect traditional institutions, residents and other critical community stakeholders.

Authorities are yet to officially confirm the identity of the attackers or establish the motive behind the alleged attack. It is also unclear whether any arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

Security agencies are expected to commence or intensify investigations into the incident to identify those responsible and determine whether the attack was specifically targeted at the Amadabo or connected to broader security issues within the area.

The attack has generated concern among residents and stakeholders, who are urging the relevant security authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and take appropriate measures to prevent a recurrence.

The safety of His Royal Highness Aseme Alabo Dagogo Lambert-Brown and other members of the Finima community remains a major concern following the reported incident.

This report is based on information available at the time of publication. Further details will be provided as authorities or credible sources officially confirm additional facts.