On a sad note, security agencies have reported the killing of eight persons in separate incidents in Kajuru and Kachia local government areas.
In one incident, armed bandits barricaded the Kaduna-Kachia road around Kadanye village in Kajuru LGA, and opened fire on a bus, as well as a truck carrying firewood.
Five people were killed in the attack, listed as:
- Alfred Makinde (the driver of the bus)
- Abdulrahman Dela
- Dauda Adamu
- Umar Dauda
- Abdulrasheed Musa
Three persons were injured, and are currently receiving treatment in hospital. They are:
- Murtala Ibrahim
- Ali Manager
- Abdullahi (full name unknown)
Similarly, armed bandits barricaded the Kaduna-Kachia road at the Doka axis of Kajuru LGA and shot at a truck, killing the driver.
Any further details received on casualties will be communicated to the citizenry.
Furthermore, in Kachia LGA, armed bandits invaded a herders settlement in Inlowo village, and killed one Ibrahim Alhaji Haruna, before carting away 180 cows.
At Akilbu village in Kachia LGA, armed bandits shot at a vehicle, injuring two persons, Mansur Ibrahim and Muhammadu Aminu. Mansur Ibrahim later died in hospital while Muhammadu Aminu continues to receive treatment.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai noted the reports with sadness, and sent condolences to the families of the deceased, while praying for the repose of their souls. He also wished the injured a quick recovery.
The security agencies are presently conducting operations at identified locations in the general area. The government will make details public on the receipt of operational feedback.