Crimes

Taraba governor’s sister dies after shooting

Atsi Kefas, the younger sister of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, has died following an injury she sustained during an attack on her vehicle in the state.

It was gathered that the governor’s sister died in Abuja on Tuesday night, days after she sustained a gunshot wound during a gunmen attack on her vehicle along the Wukari-Kente road in the Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State.

A police escort, reportedly reacting to the attack, accidentally discharged a firearm, fatally wounding her in the stomach.

Reports also emerged that Atsi was shot by gunmen during the attack.

“It’s sad that we lost her last night. We are devastated by this sad event,” a family source told Punch on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

A social media user, Kelvin Kuffi, also announced the demise of the governor’s sister on the WhatsApp group, Agbu Kefas Progress Info.

Gunmen shoot governor’s sister as mother escapes attack

“Atsi Kefas has been a close friend for over two decades. Our friendship blossomed during our diploma days at Taraba State Polytechnic, Wukari. She was humble, sacrificial, and a joy to be around,” Kuffi wrote.

When contacted, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Digital Communication, Emmanuel Bello, declined comment on the incident.

“I think family sources are in the best position to talk about the passing of the governor’s sister,” Bello said.

The Taraba State Government and the deceased family have yet to speak on the incident as of press time.

The Taraba State Police Command has also yet to speak on the matter.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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