Gunmen Abduct Plateau Businessman, Kill NSCDC Officer in Mangu

Gunmen reportedly abducted a businessman, Gilbert, and killed Deputy Superintendent Distu Garba Audu of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Pushit community, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attack reportedly occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on October 19. The gunmen allegedly took Gilbert, who supplies fuel, cement and fertiliser, before escaping through a maize farm. Audu, popularly known as Tony, was reportedly shot after riding out of his home and unexpectedly encountering the attackers. Reports saying he was guarding the abducted businessman have been disputed. Residents have called for a thorough investigation, the rescue of the victim and stronger action against kidnappings in the area, despite the curfew in place.

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