A traditional wedding ceremony was thrown into chaos on
Tuesday night after unknown gunmen invaded Akunza, a Migili-speaking
residential area of Ashige in Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
A youth leader from the community, who confirmed the
incident, said at least three people were killed in the attack, while several
others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
He disclosed that women and children were among those
injured and are currently receiving medical treatment at a health facility.
The attack reportedly occurred while the wedding festivities
were ongoing, leaving residents in panic and mourners fleeing for safety.
Details of the motive behind the assault remain unclear as
of the time of filing this report.
More details to follow…
Source: Three killed as gunmen invade traditional marriage ceremony in Lafia
