THE proprietor of the Lafia-Angbas Clinic in Nasarawa State, Dr. Stephen Angbas, was assassinated by some unidentified gunmen.
The incident occurred in the late hours of yesterday while Angbas was riding his motorcycle back from his farm in the state’s Awe Local Government Area.
According to eyewitnesses, the perpetrators, who were presumed to be armed robbers, conducted savage and grievous machete attacks on the doctor and the motorcycle rider who was transporting the late doctor to the farm.
While Angbasg died as a result of his injuries, the motorcycle rider, Mikailu Dahiru, was transported to a local medical facility and is currently undergoing urgent care for the terrible wounds he acquired in the accident.
An official who works at the local government council, Audu Lawal, expressed deep concern over the incident and noted that the council chairman has notified security authorities for immediate intervention.
Meanwhile, the state’s police spokesperson, DSP Rahman Nansel, has also confirmed the report, saying, “Today, on the 17th of October 2023, at approximately 4:00 pm, mobile police operatives received distressing information regarding a fatal assault along the Jangargari-Awe Road.
“Tragically, the victims were a commercial motorcycle rider, Mikailu Dahiru, who survived the attack, and Dr. Angbass Stephen, who succumbed to his grievous injuries.
“In light of this senseless violence, CP Maiyaki Baba extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved’s family and has initiated a comprehensive investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.”
Nansel added, “The Commissioner encourages any member of the public with relevant information to come forward and assist in the swift apprehension of those responsible for this despicable act,”
