Some gunmen on Saturday night invaded Sankwab community of the Atyap Chiefdom of Zango Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, killing no fewer than 20 villagers.
“The preliminary report further informed the government that the attack also left some residents injured and an unspecified number of houses burnt down in the community.
“According to the report, troops had a fierce encounter with the attackers and are still in the general area. “While waiting for a detailed report, Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who received the preliminary report in the early hours of Sunday, condemned the killings as unacceptable and unjustifiable. “The governor condoled with the families that lost their loved ones and prayed for the repose of the victims’ souls. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.
“The Kaduna State Government will update the public on the incident as soon as detailed reports are received from the security agencies.”All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
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