Residents of Dokan Karji community, in Kauru LGA of Kaduna State, have appealed to the Federal Government to urgently deploy military forces to halt the constant abduction and killing of their kinsmen by bandits. They also appealed to the Chief of Defense Staff, Gen.
Christopher Musa, to urgently address the security challenges facing the community. In a statement issued by the Youth Leader, Aminu Khalid, the community lamented that the constant attacks have left residents in fear for their lives, prompting many to flee to safer areas. The community's appeal came in the wake of the latest attacks that left over 14 villages overrun by bandits.
'The absence of military protection has emboldened the criminals, leading to frequent kidnapping, killings and the displacement of hundreds of residents. 'The recent attack on the farmers is a stark reminder of the deteriorating security situation in our area.
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