Gunmen have killed 10 persons and injured 19 others during a cultural festival in Chando Zerreci community in Irigwe Chiefdom of Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau.
National Publicity Secretary, Irigwe Youth Movement, Mr. Lawrence Zango, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Jos.
Zango said that themcriminals launched the attack on Saturday night during the annual ritual festival of ‘Zerreci’, which usually ushers them into the new farming season.
Zongo added that the injured are currently receiving treatment at Enos Hospital, Miango.
He called on the government at all levels and the security agencies to find lasting solution to the incessant attacks that usually lead to loss of lives and property.
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ASP Ubah Ogaba, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Police command in the state, confirmed the attack, adding that the command had mobilised armed officers to the place to restore normalcy.
He called on residents of the area and Plateau in general to remain calm and law abiding, adding that security agencies are working seriously to ensure their safety.
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