Gunmen have reportedly killed Alhaji Ibrahim Dio, Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Dio was allegedly shot dead at his residence along Abuja, Rogo Primary School area of Takum after returning safely from the cattle market on Monday evening.
According to reports circulating among residents, the assailants, said to have arrived on a motorcycle, stormed his residence and opened fire on him.
His killing has thrown members of the Fulani community and other residents of Takum into mourning, with tributes pouring in for the late community leader.
Dio was described as a respected figure who worked for the interests of his people and maintained relationships with other residents of the area.
He was buried at about 8am on Monday at Anguwan Abuja, Rogo Primary School area, Takum.
Residents and sympathisers have called for those responsible for the killing to be identified and brought to justice, while praying for the repose of his soul and strength for his bereaved family.
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