Gunmen Kill 6 in Taraba Attack, Suspected Militia Violence

Gunmen killed 6 people in a Tiv settlement close to Rafin Kada in Taraba state, Nigeria. The police confirmed the deaths, although initial reports indicated 17 casualties.

The attack, suspected to be carried out by militia men, resulted in 17 deaths in a separate incident in Wukari LGA. The area has a history of conflict between the Tiv and Jukun ethnic groups, leading to displacement and security challenges.

The affected settlement has become a target for bandits and militia groups, posing a significant security threat to residents.