Also killed was a taxi-driver as the bandits laid ambush on the road. Several persons were also abducted.
Ofodile was the proprietor of the popular Chuks Supermarket in Lokoja.
He was driving towards Abuja in his Lexus car with the plate number Kogi LKJ 658 PU.
He was reportedly shot dead by the suspected kidnappers between Aseni -Etegi communities near Gegu town.
Also, the second victim, a commercial taxi driver, was killed behind the wheel of his vehicle while conveying passengers to Abuja.
Ofodile’s corpse has been deposited at the mortuary of Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja, according to Emmanuel Abe, the state commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps.
Abe also said the body of the second victim has been handed over to his relations.
In a statement later on Wednesday, Governor Yahaya Bello paid tribute to Ofodile, who he described as a law-abiding successful entrepreneur who was known for his hard work and commitment.
