have been killed in what could be a reprisal attack by unidentified persons who
stormed Ribok, Tsoriyang and Kankada General Area of Zangon Kataf Local
Government Area of Kaduna State.
According
to reports from security agencies, the attack on Sunday was in retaliation to
the earlier attack in Ungwan Dooh (Mado) area on Saturday night.
One
car, three houses, and eight herders’ huts were burnt, while scores of herders
were evacuated to safety by a combined team of military and police personnel.
Condemning
the attack, the Acting Governor of the state, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, appealed for
calm and urged residents of Zango Kataf to desist from killings, while security
agencies carry on with investigations.
She
prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and sent condolences to
their families while also wishing the injured victims a quick recovery.
At
least nine people were killed and several others injured after gunmen attacked
Ungwan Dooh (Mado) village in Zangon Kataf LGA of the state on Saturday night.
One
person sustained injuries while two houses were also burnt during the attack.
