By Abdul Gafar Alabelewe, Kaduna,The Nation
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Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, has condemned the renewed wave of killings in parts of Southern Kaduna, describing the attacks as “heartbreaking, deeply painful, and a tragedy that has no place in a civilised society.”
The lawmaker expressed grief over the persistent violence that continues to claim innocent lives and devastate rural communities in his constituency.
On August 25, bandits invaded Angwan Rimi, Kamaru, in the Chawai Chiefdom of Kauru Local Government, killing seven residents and leaving several others injured. Days later, gunmen attacked Wakeh in Agunu District of Kachia Local Government, killing eight people, injuring many more, and setting ablaze houses in Wakeh and Gadanaji.
Most recently, on Sunday evening, September 7, bandits struck U/Kaninkon, Mile 1, in Kaninkon Chiefdom of Jema’a Local Government, killing a youth, Musa Shok.
Senator Katung commiserated with the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the attacks.
“I am profoundly saddened by these senseless killings. Our innocent people, whose only pursuit is peace and livelihood, continue to fall victim to cruelty. Those killed in such a barbaric manner deserved to live and dream, but their lives were cut short by merchants of violence,” he said.
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The Senator assured his constituents of his commitment to stand by them, even as he pushes for a stronger security presence across rural communities.
He disclosed that he has been engaging the Federal and Kaduna State Governments, alongside the military and other security agencies, to scale up intelligence gathering, proactive deployment, and coordinated responses to forestall further attacks.
“I will not fold my hands while our people are being killed for no just cause. I will continue to press at every level for better protection of our vulnerable farming communities. The safety of our people and our unity remain top priorities on my agenda,” Katung stressed.
He urged residents to remain calm and vigilant, and to work closely with security agencies to frustrate the insurgents’ designs.
“We must remain united to confront this renewed wave of attacks,” the Senator added.
