Mark Useni representing Takum, Donag and Ussa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has described as a rude shock the killings of the Chief of Chanchanji, HRH Abdul Hamid and his son, Yusufu Hamid by yet-to-be-identified gunmen.
The murder of the monarch and his son in ‘peacetime’, the lawmaker said, was dastardly and uncalled for, while commending Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State for the quick intervention in curtailing the crisis as a result of the killing.
Speaking to newsmen on Saturday, Reps Useni, who was the former Chairman of Takum Local Government Council noted that the horrendous killing was least expected given the normalcy that has returned to the Chanchanji area in Takum LGA, which he said has made farmers return to their farms.
“I have received the news of the gruesome killing of the Chief of Chanchanji Abdul Hamid.Y. Kumgbera and his son Yusuf Abdul Hamid with rude shock.
According to him, the deceased who was a third-class traditional ruler and his son were returning to Chanchanji from Takum when they met their untimely death while urging security operatives to go after the killers and bring them justice.
He said: “This dastardly act is condemnable especially at such a time that the area is experiencing peace while farmers engage in farming activities and business are beginning to thrive.
“I wish to commend the state Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas for the immediate security steps he has taken to keep the area peaceful.
“I urge the people of Chanchanji and indeed Takum Local Government to remain calm and law-abiding as the government takes steps to ensure security of the whole area,” Useni said.
“I enjoyed a good working relationship with the late Monarch dating back to 20 years ago when I was the chairman of Takum local government area. He was a lover of his people and was committed to peace and community development.
Taraba lawmaker, Useni condemns killing of Chanchanji Monarch, son
