by S’ola Filani

Heavily armed gunmen attacked Gako and Tanjol communities in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State hours ago, killing 8 people and injuring several others – including  five other security officials believed to be members of the Special Task Force, STF.

According to Premium Times reports, two churches were also completely razed in the attack.

Confirming the incident, the Plateau Police Command spokesperson, Dominic Esin said

“On June 11 at about 1am, unknown gunmen invaded two villages of Gako and Tanjol, shooting sporadically and in the process killing six persons, and injuring five others,”

“The injured persons were rushed to the Vom Christian Hospital.

“Two churches were burnt by the attackers. Normalcy has been restored in the attacked areas and members of the public are advised to go about their lawful business and report any unscrupulous elements to the security agencies. Investigation is ongoing and manhunt for the felons has intensified,” he assured.