On Thursday, unidentified gunmen attacked the family of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas along Kente Road in the Wukari Local Government Area.
The attackers targeted the governor’s mother, Jumai Kefas, and his sister, Atsi Kefas, while they were traveling.
During the chaotic attack, a police officer assigned to protect the family accidentally shot Atsi Kefas while trying to defend them from the gunmen.
Security expert, Zagazola Makama revealed that the area has been experiencing an uptick in bandit activity, which may have contributed to the attack.
Thanks to the quick response of military personnel, the situation was averted from becoming even more tragic.
The troops rescued the victims, airlifting Jumai and Atsi Kefas to safety.
Atsi was immediately taken to the hospital for medical attention, though her condition remains uncertain.
Authorities recovered the vehicle involved in the incident, and an empty magazine, along with passenger luggage, was found inside.
