Police urge calm as gunmen shoot MACBAN Chairman dead in Taraba

By Emmanuel Wukat

The Police have appeal for calm following the killing of Alhaji Ibrahim Saidu, Chairman Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State at his residence in Takun on Sunday evening.

In a statement on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Office, ASP Victor Mshelizah said the assailants reportedly arrived on motorcycles to lunch the gun attack.

“The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening is receiving the full attention of the Command.

information indicates that the assailants reportedly arrived on motorcycle before carrying out the attack.

“Investigation has commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those responsible and ensure that they are brought to justice.

“The Commissioner of Police in the state, Edwin Ogbeghagha, appeals for calm and directed that all necessary investigative measures be undertaken to unravel the circumstances surrounding the killing.

“The C.P assures the residents of Takum and its environs that the command remains committed to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order and ensuring that anyone found culpable is made to face the full weight of the law,” he said.

The Command extended its condolences to the family of the deceased, his associates and members of NACBAN over the unfortunate loss.

(NAN)

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