Residents of Zabzugu in the Northern Region have denied reports that a pregnant woman was killed by youth protesting the nomination of Daniel Lakob Tanei as District Chief Executive (DCE) for the area.
According to the residents, the incident in question involved an armed robbery attack, not protest-related violence. They explained that a man and two women riding a motorbike were ambushed by armed robbers on the outskirts of Zabzugu—an event that took place prior to the protest.
Earlier reports alleged that an eight-month pregnant woman was shot and killed, while the man and the other woman sustained injuries during a violent protest against the DCE nominee.
However, locals insist that linking the tragic incident to the protest is inaccurate and misleading. They are urging the media and the public to report responsibly, warning that misinformation could stoke fresh tensions in the community.
The situation in Zabzugu has since stabilised, with residents calling for calm and factual reporting to prevent further unrest.
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