Nigeria, April 27 -- Armed assailants have killed a family of four in Gako village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The deceased included a pastor, Ayuba Choji, his wife Chundung and their two children-Cyril and Endurance.

Residents said the assailants struck the area around 11 p.m. on Sunday, opening fire on houses.

A resident, Martha Dalyop, told Channels Television that the assault triggered panic as villagers fled into nearby bushes.

"They came late in the night and started shooting everywhere. People ran into the bush for safety. We are no longer safe in our own homes," she said.

Community leaders said the pattern of the attacks suggests a level of coordination.

The spokesperson for the Berom Youth Moulders Associ...