The police command in Taraba has called for calm following the killing of Ibrahim Saidu, the chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Takum council area, at his residence in Takun on Sunday evening.

In a statement on Tuesday, police spokesman Victor Mshelizah said the assailants reportedly arrived on motorcycles to launch the gun attack.

“The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, is receiving the full attention of the Command. Preliminary information indicates that the assailants reportedly arrived on motorcycles before carrying out the attack.

“Investigation has commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those responsible and ensure that they are brought to justice.

“The commissioner of police in the state, Edwin Ogbeghagha, appeals for calm and directed that all necessary investigative measures be undertaken to unravel the circumstances surrounding the killing.

“The CP assures the residents of Takum and its environs that the command remains committed to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order and ensuring that anyone found culpable is made to face the full weight of the law,” he said.

The command extended its condolences to the family of the deceased, his associates and members of NACBAN over the unfortunate loss.

(NAN)