By Abba Gwale
Security agencies in Kaduna state have reported that armed bandits attacked Akwando village in Kachia local government area, and killed one Elder Dikko Bagudu, a resident of the community.
In a statement released by Kaduna state Commissioner of Internal Security and Home a Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, he said armed bandits barricaded the road from Sabon Birni to Rikau, Igabi local government area and killed one Ibrahim Abdulmumin, a resident of Rikau village. One Sahabi Shafiu, son of the village head of Rikau, was also injured.
It was reported that both victims were returning from the weekly market at Sabon Birni when they were intercepted by the bandits.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed sadness over the reports and condoled the families of both persons who were killed, while offering prayers for the repose of their souls. He also wished the injured victim in Rikau village a quick recovery.
