LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Gunmen have again, invaded and killed 17 persons in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The attack took place in Heipang community of the LGA earlier today, Punch reports.
A grieving parent in the community, Julius Pam confirmed the attack to journalists in Jos.
“Good morning sir. On a sad news, there was an attack early this morning in Heipang community. A total of 17 people were killed including my brother, his wife and children, all killed,” Pam said.
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Spokesman for Plateau State Police Command, Alabo Alfred could not be reached for comment but sources at the command headquarters said security operatives had been deployed to the community
Meanwhile, the State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has set up a Security and Information Centre aimed at facilitating public access to convey security-related information to the relevant authorities for prompt action.
In a statement signed by the Governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, the Governor highlighted that the centre established by the Plateau State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency, seeks to bridge the communication divide between the general public and the Government.
“Operating around the clock, the centre is geared towards efficient and effective service delivery, enabling citizens to report any issues relevant to the State,” the statement added.