Three people have been reported killed with five others injured in an attack by unknown gunmen, in Num Community, Tafawabalewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State, North-East Nigeria.
In a telephone conversation with a source who didn’t want his name mentioned, said the attackers who were suspected to be Fulani herdsmen, invaded the community at about 8 pm and opened fire, resulting in three deaths, while five others sustained injuries.
He said although the situation has calmed down, following the arrival of security personnel in the area, there is tension among the residents over fears of the unknown.
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Bauchi State Police Command, at the time of this report, was yet to issue an official statement on the incident, after calls were put to the Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil.
(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)
