By Israel Adamu, Jos
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed a traditional ruler in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The victim, Malam Hudu Hassan Barau, the Ward Head of Shuwaka (Sarkin Shuwaka) in Kyaram District, Garga Community, was abducted about six days ago before his lifeless body was later discovered in the bush on Monday morning.
In a statement jointly signed by Barr. Garba Aliyu, Chairman of the Kanam Development Association (KADA), and Shehu Kanam, its Secretary, the group confirmed the killing, describing it as tragic and senseless.
“We are consumed by grief and outrage as we received the tragic news of the death of one of our community leaders. We are still grappling with the shock and pain of this senseless killing and the continued bandit attacks across the communities in the Garga area,” the statement read.
The association noted that the incident underscores the persistent insecurity in Kanam and other parts of Plateau, calling on the Federal Government, security agencies, and the state government to take decisive action to protect lives and property.
