“Suspicious Gunmen Cause Panic in Shavoh, Taraba State”

Residents of Shavoh, a neighborhood in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, are living in fear following reports of suspected gunmen patrolling the area on Sunday night. Eyewitnesses claim the unidentified individuals, who were armed with dangerous weapons, were seen monitoring homes during the early hours of Monday, heightening the growing tension in the community.

The presence of these suspicious figures, who were reportedly moving stealthily through the streets, has left residents fearful for their safety. Many have expressed concern for the security of their homes, with one resident stating, “We no longer feel safe even in our own homes.”

The unsettling sight of armed individuals in the area has sparked widespread anxiety, prompting local leaders and residents to call on the state government and security agencies to take immediate action. They are urging authorities to deploy personnel to investigate the situation and implement measures to prevent any potential criminal activity.

Community leaders have also called for increased security patrols in Shavoh to restore a sense of safety and order. “The situation demands immediate attention,” said a concerned community elder. “We need the assurance that our lives and properties are secure.”

When contacted by DAILY POST, Abdullahi Usman, the spokesman for the Taraba State Police Command, stated that the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the area had not yet reported the incident. However, he assured that he would provide further updates as soon as the information was made available to the Command.