Gunmen k!ll Miyetti Allah chairman

Gunmen kill Miyetti Allah chairman in Taraba

Suspected bandits have killed Ibrahim Saidu, chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Takum LGA of Taraba state.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, Victor Mshelizah, police spokesperson in Taraba, said Saidu was shot dead by armed men at his residence on Sunday.

According to Mshelizah, preliminary information indicated that the assailants arrived on a motorcycle before carrying out the attack.

He said an investigation had commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those responsible and ensure they are brought to justice.

“The command is also working in collaboration with other security agencies to strengthen security in the affected area and prevent any possible breakdown of law and order,” he added.

The police spokesperson appealed to residents of the affected communities, particularly the deceased’s family members, associates and supporters, to remain calm and refrain from actions that could escalate tension or triggering reprisal attacks.

He also urged members of the public to avoid spreading unverified information, rumours or allegations that could undermine ongoing investigations or threaten peaceful coexistence.

“Anyone with credible information that could assist the investigation is encouraged to approach the police or other appropriate security agencies,” he said.