In a tragic turn of events, terrorists struck Banono Angwaku community in Kaduna State, Nigeria, on Tuesday night, leaving devastation in their wake. One man, Christopher Zamani, lost his life, another person was injured, and eight individuals were abducted, including Kauna Fidelis, Tina Bulus, Alice Joshua, Sarah Micah, Janet Amos, Martha Peter, Rita Joefrey, and Favour Ado.
According to Dauda Manyu, a resident of the area, the terrorists not only took the lives of innocent people but also stole money, motorcycles, food items, and other valuables during their ruthless attack that occurred around 10 p.m. The community is reeling from this senseless violence, especially as it comes on the heels of another abduction incident in the nearby Buda community just two days prior.
Kajuru and Chikun Local Government Areas have been plagued by a surge in kidnapping activities, causing fear and unrest among the residents. Dauda emphasized the urgent need for the government to collaborate with local hunters and the military to secure the forests and cattle routes that serve as hideouts for the criminals. The livelihoods of farmers are at stake, as they struggle to access their lands for cultivation amidst the growing threat of violence.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of these heinous acts, the call for swift and decisive action from the authorities grows louder. The people demand a comprehensive strategy to combat the rising insecurity and protect their lives and livelihoods. The silence from the state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, only adds to the frustration and uncertainty surrounding the situation.
The residents of Banono Angwaku and neighboring communities are left to ponder the future with a sense of dread and uncertainty, wondering when the next attack might strike and who will be the next victim of this relentless cycle of violence. The time for action is now, before more lives are lost and more families are torn apart by the scourge of terrorism.
