Kaduna boils again hours to presidential election

February 15, 2019
349 Views

Less than 24 hours to the Feb 16 presidential election, no fewer than 66 people have been killed in a local governemnt area in Kaduna.

Condemning the killing, the Kaduna State Government confirmed the incident in Kajuru Local Government Area of the state.

It warned all communities against instigating attacks or reprisals.

A government statement signed by Samuel Aruwan, the spokesperson of Governor Nasir El-Rufai, on Friday said that security agencies have been deployed to the area, while arrests have been made.

“Among the victims were 22 children and 12 women. Four wounded persons rescued by the security agencies are now receiving medical attention,” the statement revealed.

“Government condemns the attacks and commiserates with the families of the victims. Security agencies have been deployed to the area and arrests have been made.

He said the killings are being investigated and residents are assured that indicted persons will be prosecuted.

“Residents of Kaduna State are enjoined to uphold peace and harmony, shun violence and allow the elections to be held in an atmosphere of calm.

Previous articleFeb 16: ECOWAS deploys 200 observers

You may be interested

‘Humble And Hardworking’ — Galatasaray Assistant Coach Hails Osimhen
Sports
Sports

‘Humble And Hardworking’ — Galatasaray Assistant Coach Hails Osimhen

Webby - November 7, 2024

Galatasaray assistant manager Ismael Gomez has praised Victor Osimhen for his exemplary attitude.Osimhen linked up with the Turkish Super Lig…

‘He Had Fantastic Evolution’ — Atalanta Boss Raves About Lookman Ahead Stuttgart Clash
Sports
3 views
Sports
3 views

‘He Had Fantastic Evolution’ — Atalanta Boss Raves About Lookman Ahead Stuttgart Clash

Webby - November 6, 2024

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has praised Ademola Lookman for his development at the club.Lookman has developed into one of…

Sports
2 views

Barcelona, Inter Milan Keeping Tabs On Chelsea Midfield Star

Webby - November 6, 2024

European giants Barcelona and Inter Milan are ‘keeping tabs on Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez’ as the Argentinian star struggles for…

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published.