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SHOCKWAVE: Unknown gunmen kill APC spokesperson

In a shocking turn of events, Mr. Sylvanus Namang, the esteemed publicity secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State, has fallen victim to a ruthless attack by unknown gunmen. The tragic incident occurred in Pankshin town, situated within the Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State, on Saturday, February 17, 2024.

According to initial reports, Namang was ruthlessly gunned down outside his hotel room in the early hours of the morning, around 7:30 am, by unidentified hoodlums. An official within the party, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed this heart-wrenching development to journalists.

Details surrounding the heinous attack remain scant, but it is evident that Namang succumbed to the injuries inflicted upon him during the cowardly ambush. Described as a stalwart ally and a fervent advocate for the advancement of the APC at both grassroots and state levels, Namang’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape of Plateau State.

In the wake of this tragic loss, the APC intends to release a formal statement addressing the circumstances surrounding Namang’s death, as the party and the community mourn the passing of a beloved and dedicated member. As investigations into this senseless act of violence continue, the quest for justice and accountability remains paramount.