The Executive Governor of Plateau State , Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has frowned at and expressed deep sorrow over the recent atrocities committed by suspected herdsmen in Gudum village, Mangu Local Government Area where lives were lost, and property valued at millions of Naira destroyed.
In a condolence message, signed and made available to our correspondent in Jos by the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPA), the governor sympathized with the affected families, denouncing the barbaric and unacceptable nature of the orchestrated attack.
It revealed that available information indicated that the assailants set Edward Latu’s house ablaze, trapping women and children inside two rooms. Seven individuals were rescued after forcing the doors open.
Regrettably , the statement indicated that Edward Latu and two others succumbed to brutal gunshot injuries during the incident.
The Governor also extended heartfelt condolences to the communities of Mararaba Pushit District and Pinper in Kombun District, Mangu Local Government Area , which were similarly attacked on November 29, 2023.
Expressing his resolve for justice, Governor Mutfwang directed security agencies to pursue the attackers, emphasizing the need for them to face the full wrath of the law.
