Bandits kill Governor Dauda Lawal’s aide during Zamfara attack

Armed bandits have killed Nasiru Sani Kaura, a Senior Special Assistant to Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, during an attack on Kaura Namoda town.

The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday when the gunmen invaded the low-cost area of the town.

According to residents, the attackers stormed the neighbourhood while Muslims were observing the early morning Subh (Fajr) prayers, shooting indiscriminately and forcing residents to flee for safety.

Nasiru, a politician with strong grassroots connections and a community leader, was reportedly shot dead during the attack.

His killing has thrown Kaura Namoda and other parts of Zamfara into mourning, with residents describing his death as a major loss to the community.

His funeral prayer was later held in line with Islamic traditions.

The incident has further heightened concerns about insecurity in Kaura Namoda and other communities in Zamfara North, which have continued to face attacks, killings and kidnappings by armed bandits.

Residents have urged the state government and security agencies to strengthen security measures to protect lives and property.

Meanwhile, the Zamfara State Police Command has announced the rescue of 19 kidnapped victims, including women and children, after spending 22 days in captivity.

The victims were reportedly abducted from Tungar Haki Village, through Wanke, in Gusau Local Government Area, before being taken to a bandits’ hideout near Kungurmi Village.

According to the police, the victims regained their freedom on Saturday, November 14, at about 10 am following a joint security operation.

The operation involved personnel from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Government House police formation, the Department of State Services, DSS and local hunters.

The police said the rescue followed credible intelligence about the location where the victims were being held.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Yazid Abubakar, said: “All 19 victims were rescued without injuries and had been reunited with their families.”

The Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Muhammad Bello, praised the security personnel for their bravery, professionalism and teamwork in securing the victims’ release.

He assured residents that the command would continue its efforts to tackle kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state.

The police commissioner also called on members of the public to support security agencies by providing useful and timely information.

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