Bandits kill Zamfara governor’s aide in early morning attack

Armed bandits killed Nasiru Sani Kaura, a Senior Special Assistant to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, during a violent attack in Kaura Namoda on Sunday morning. The assault reportedly occurred in the low-cost area of the town while residents were engaged in early morning prayers.

Eyewitnesses recounted that gunmen stormed the neighborhood during the Fajr prayer, unleashing gunfire and causing residents to flee for their safety. Kaura, a prominent political figure and community leader known for his grassroots support, was shot during the incident.

His death has cast a pall over Kaura Namoda and surrounding areas, with many residents expressing profound sorrow and calling his killing a significant loss to the community. Following Islamic traditions, his funeral prayer was held shortly after.

This incident has raised fresh alarm about the prevailing insecurity in Kaura Namoda and other communities in Zamfara North, which continue to grapple with attacks, killings, and kidnappings by armed groups. In response, residents are urging the state government and security agencies to enhance security measures to safeguard lives and property.

In a related development, the Zamfara State Police Command announced the rescue of 19 individuals, including women and children, who had been kidnapped for 22 days. The victims were abducted from Tungar Haki Village and transported to a hideout near Kungurmi Village.

According to police reports, the victims regained their freedom on Saturday at approximately 10 a.m. following a coordinated security operation involving personnel from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Government House police formation, the Department of State Services (DSS), and local hunters. The operation was prompted by credible intelligence regarding the victims’ location.

Police Public Relations Officer DSP Yazid Abubakar confirmed that all rescued individuals were unharmed and had been reunited with their families. Police Commissioner Ahmad Muhammad Bello commended the security personnel for their bravery and professionalism during the operation. He assured residents of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state, urging the community to provide timely information to assist security agencies.

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