Herdsmen ambush, kill three in Plateau

Three people have been reported killed in Zangwra community of Miango district, in what residents say is yet another attack by herdsmen.

The three were said to have met their death while returning home on a motorcycle while two others escaped with injuries.

Those killed include one Mr. John Esije 32 years, Mr. Monday Nzwe 38 years and Mr. Saku Giyeri, 41yrars.

The survivors identified as Mr. Sunday Bala, 33 and Mr. Gudu Gara, 25 years were said to have been taken to an undisclosed hospital.

Speaking to newsmen, the District head of Miango, Daniel Chega regretted that the attack comes after series of security meetings and agreements with security agencies and the Fulani leaders aimed at ending the killings.

Residents of the area had trooped out en masse, to protest against the killings but were calmed by the village chief.

As at time of this report, the STF Spokesperson, Major Umar Adams, when contacted said he was yet to be briefed but requested to confirm and call back.