Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers have killed the proprietor of Lafia-Angbas Clinic, Dr Stephen Angbas, in Awe Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
The tragic incident was said to have occured on Tuesday evening as Angbas was en route to his farm on a motorcycle.
Eyewitnesses disclosed that the assailants, suspected to be armed robbers, launched a vicious machete assault on Angbas and his accompanying Okada rider.
The source said while Angbas tragically succumbed to his injuries, the motorcycle rider, identified as Mikailu Dahiru, was rushed to a nearby medical facility, where he is currently receiving urgent treatment for severe wounds.
A senior official from the Local Government Council, Mr. Ibrahim, expressed deep concern over the incident.
He also stressed that the Council Chairman has notified security authorities for immediate intervention.
When contacted, the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Rahman Nansel, has also confirmed the incident.
The PPRO said, “Today, on the 17th of October 2023, at approximately 4:00 pm, mobile police operatives received distressing information regarding a fatal assault along the Jangargari-Awe Road.
“Tragically, the victims were a commercial motorcycle rider, Mikailu Dahiru, who survived the attack, and Dr Angbass Stephen, who succumbed to his grievous injuries.
“In light of this senseless violence, CP Maiyaki Baba extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and has initiated a comprehensive investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“The Commissioner encourages any member of the public with relevant information to come forward and assist in the swift apprehension of those responsible for this despicable act.”
