Gunmen on Monday night killed the village head of Nyalun community of Wase Local Government Area of Plateau, Salisu Idris.
It was gathered that two other residents were also killed during the attack.
According to residents of the community, the attackers invaded the village around 9:30pm, went straight to the traditional ruler’s house and killed him before abducting five members of his family, including his two wives.
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“The attackers came in their numbers and started shooting sporadically, The youth leader who spoke to newsmen saud
“They went straight to the traditional ruler’s house, killed him and abducted five members of his family.
“The gunmen also made away with a good number of motorcycles belonging to the people of the community.
DSP Alabo Alfred, Spokesperson of the Plateau State Police Command, while confirming the incident said investigation had commenced.
