Security agencies has report to the Kaduna state government that four people have been killed and three others injured during a clash between locals and some herders in Jankasa, Zangon Kataf local government area.
A statement by the commissioner, ministry of internal security and home affairs, Kaduna state, Samuel Aruwan, disclosed that based on the report, the clash occurred along some cattle routes in the area and then escalated into a firefight between the two groups, before security forces arrived to bring the situation under control.
The four people that were killed during the clash includes: Luka Nelson, Timothy Koni, Pasi Peter and George Frances. While those that sustained gunshot injuries were identified as: Daniel Dauda, Extra James and Henry Frances, and are currently receiving treatment in hospital.
Aruwan disclosed that security agencies reported that in retaliation to this attack, some unknown gunmen had attacked some settled herders at Manchok, Kaura LGA.
Thirteen cows have been confirmed killed so far, as troops recovered 25 cows alive from the area. No human casualties have been reported, as search operations continue.
Governor Nasir El-rufai expressed sadness over the deaths that occurred in the clash, and prayed for the repose of their souls. He sent his condolences to their families.
He appealed to to members of the community and citizens to remain calm and be law abiding, stating that efforts are ongoing to restore stability to the general areas.
Governor El-rufai also wished those in hospital a quick recovery, and tasked security agencies to ensure diligent investigations into the attacks.
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