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Terrorists Strike Again Kaduna, Kill Six, Injure Eight 

Terrorists have  reportedly killed six people and injured eight others in an attack on Ambe community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna state.
The injured were said to have been rushed to the hospital for treatment.

The incident was said to have occurred on Sunday night. 
Mansir Hassan, spokesperson of the Kaduna state police command, could not be reached when contacted.
However, Daniel Amos, a federal lawmaker representing, Jema’a/Sanga federal constituency, confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday in Kaduna.
The lawmaker expressed sadness over the unfortunate incident and called on security agencies to act swiftly to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice
Amos said, ” I am saddened by the news of the late night attack on the peaceful Ambe community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
“According to reports reaching me, the brutal attack by suspected bandits claimed the lives of six innocent people, while eight others sustained injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment.
“I strongly condemn this heinous act, which is another attempt to destabilize the peace and security in my constituency and our dear state.
“It is unacceptable that our people cannot live in peace without fear of being attacked by these criminal elements”.
He appealed to  residents of Sanga LGA to remain calm and peaceful, “as we work towards finding a lasting solution to the insecurity in the area”.
He said, “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.
“As your representative in the National Assembly, I assure you that I will continue to do my best to attract development to our constituency while working with relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety of our people”.
Amos expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased victims, the Arak chiefdom, Sanga LGA and the Kaduna state government, just as he prayed  for the speedy recovery of those who were injured.

John Shiklam 

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