From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani has vowed to go after the killers of seven worshippers in the Ikara local government area of the state and ensure they are brought to justice.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary, Muhammad Lawal Shehu, and made available to the media yesterday.
Gov. Sani also promised to restore peace in the state.
He described the killing as wicked and barbaric.
The worshippers were killed in a Mosque by bandits.
The statement stated that Gov Sani has directed security agencies to thoroughly investigate the incident and go after the perpetrators.
“The visibly angry Governor vowed to go to any length within the law to bring the Ikara bandits to book. “
His Government, he said, will not rest on its oars until peace and stability are restored to every part of Kaduna State.
“We understand the concerns and anxieties of the residents of Ikara, in particular, and Kaduna State, in general. Your safety and security are our top priorities, and we want to reassure you that we are working tirelessly to maintain peace and stability.”
“We encourage the public to remain calm and vigilant during this period. We also call upon all residents to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and provide any relevant information that could assist in the ongoing investigation,” the governor was quoted as saying.
Governor Uba Sani has sent a delegation by Mr Samuel Aruwan, overseer of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs (MISHA), to condole the people of Saya-Saya village, Ikara Local Government, where the incident occurred.
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