On Sunday night, terrorists launched an assault on the Ambe community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in six fatalities and eight injuries.
Confirming the incident, Kaduna Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Mansir Hassan, disclosed that one suspect has been apprehended in connection with the attack.
Upon receiving a distress call, both the police and troops of Operation Safe Haven swiftly responded, engaging the assailants in a gun battle.
One bandit was arrested, while others fled into the forest with gunshot wounds.
Daniel Amos, the representative of Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency, corroborated the casualty figures and condemned the attack as an attempt to disrupt the peace and security in the constituency.
He assured that the injured individuals are receiving medical attention at the hospital.
Amos urged residents of Sanga Council to remain calm and cooperative as efforts are made to address the prevailing insecurity in the region.
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“We must continue to promote peaceful coexistence among our diverse communities, irrespective of our differences. I also call on the security agencies to act swiftly to apprehend the perpetrators of this evil act and bring them to justice. The safety of our people must remain a top priority. We cannot allow the criminals to continue to operate with impunity.
“Finally, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their loved ones, Arak chiefdom, Sanga council, and the government of our dear state. I also pray for a speedy recovery of those who sustained injuries.”
