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The Digest:

Gunmen have abducted the District Head of Birbysng community in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State, Alhaji Zubairu Usman Garb, and two women in a late-night attack. The assailants invaded the community around 1:00 am on Sunday, firing sporadically and initially seizing the district head’s wife, who later managed to escape during the incident.

Key Points:
  • District Head Alhaji Zubairu Usman Garb and two women were abducted in Kanam LGA.
  • The attack occurred around 1:00 am on Sunday with sporadic shooting by gunmen.
  • The district head’s wife was initially kidnapped but escaped during the incident.
  • Community leaders condemned the attack and called for urgent security intervention.
  • The incident follows the recent kidnapping and killing of a ward head in the same area.
  • Kanam Development Association appealed to political office holders to address insecurity.
  • Plateau Police Command spokesperson did not respond to inquiries about the attack.
The abduction highlights the escalating security crisis in Plateau State, where communities remain vulnerable despite repeated appeals for government protection.

Sources: Community Statements, Local Reports