From Yakubu Mustapha Minna
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago has sympathized with the people of Kagara Emirate over bandits attack in Garin Gabas Community.
This is contained in a statement issued by governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, describing the attack as unfortunate.
He also called on the people to be security cautious and provide intelligence to relevant authorities for proactive steps in addressing the situation.
Governor Bago applauded the bravery of the security personnel who engaged the bandits and assured them of continuous support as his administration has prioritized the safety and well-being of the citizens of the state.
According to him, the injured security personnel are receiving treatment in a government health facility while three people were kidnapped.
Security operatives stationed at the Garin Gabas Primary School were reported to have engaged the bandits while passing through one of their major routes in the area with cattle suspected to have been rustled and two of the security personnel sustained injuries.
The governor commiserate with the families of the victims, however appealed to the people to show more understanding with his administration as he is not leaving anything to chance as regards securing of lives and property of the citizens of the state.
