Pastor, Student Executed in Cold-Blooded Attack in Taraba

The Taraba State Police Command has confirmed the tragic killing of a pastor and a woman by gunmen in Jalingo, the state capital, on Friday night.

According to the spokesperson for the command, SP Usman Abdullahi, the woman, who was preparing for an examination, was shot in the stomach while studying in her room. The gunmen also shot the pastor, although the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear.

SP Usman further clarified that the assailants did not engage in any form of robbery, as they did not take money or valuables from either of the two compounds they invaded. This raises questions about the motive behind the brutal attack.

The identities of the victims have not been disclosed, and there has been no update on any arrests or progress in the investigation. Authorities are continuing to look into the incident as part of their efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing concerns over the rising insecurity in the region. The police are urging anyone with information related to the attack to come forward and assist in the investigation.