A catholic priest identified as Reverend Father David Tanko has been burnt alive in Taraba State.
Reports said Fr. Tanko was ambushed while he was heading to Takum for a peace meeting with his fellow clergymen on how to resolve the lingering Tiv, Jukun crisis.
His vehicle was also set ablaze by the assailants.
The incident, according to Channels Television, has been confirmed by the chairman of the council, Shiban Tikari, who alleged that the attack was carried out by Tiv militias.
The victim was a native of Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba.
