12 killed in Nigeria's Plateau state
As unknown assailants open fire on unsuspecting locals
12 people have been killed in an attack in Nigeria's Plateau state, in a community known for its clashes over scarce resources.
Police say herdsmen are likely to be responsible, but no arrest has been made.
In Ethiopia, authorities hope the Firearm Administration and Control proclamation, passed into law by the country鈥檚 upper house of parliament on Thursday will help curb insecurity in the country.
And in Lusaka Zambia, The business of selling coffins at the Hospital mortuary has been banned by the mayor.
He described it as insensitive and likely to traumatise patients and their loved ones.
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