Tension rises as gunmen kill Miyetti Allah chairman in Taraba

In Takum local government council of Taraba State, gunmen assassinated Alhaji Ibrahim Dio, Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, on Monday evening. The attack took place outside Dio's residence in Anguwan Abuja, near Rogo Primary School, following his return from the Takum Cattle Market. Sources suggest the attackers arrived on a motorcycle and fired at Dio from close range, resulting in fatal gunshot wounds.

Dio succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The motive and identities of the assailants remain undisclosed at press time. Northeast Zonal Chairman of MACBAN, Alhaji Saha bi Tukura, expressed deep sorrow over the killing, deeming it an unwelcome shock to association members. Tukura called for urgent deployment of security resources to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure justice.

He also demanded a comprehensive investigation into the incident, emphasizing the need for a thorough inquiry to identify the motive and those responsible. The association and local residents are growing increasingly concerned about Takum's safety, urging authorities to enhance surveillance and security measures to deter further attacks.

As of now, the Taraba State Police Command has not released an official statement regarding the incident.