A large group of armed assailants launched an assault on Naridon village within the Kamaru Ward of Kauru Local Government Area in Kaduna State this past Sunday evening. Reports indicate that approximately 30 individuals lost their lives during the raid.
While law enforcement officials have yet to issue a statement, local residents and family members of those affected shared details of the violence. A villager confirmed the death toll, noting that numerous others remain missing after escaping the area. Several survivors are currently receiving medical attention for various injuries sustained during the chaos.
The attackers set fire to numerous homes, resulting in the destruction of property valued at millions of naira. This violent event has devastated the community, with fears growing that the number of fatalities may increase as search efforts continue. This incident highlights the ongoing insecurity plaguing vulnerable regions in Kauru and across Kaduna State.
Local voices are calling upon both federal and state authorities to enhance security measures immediately. They urge the government to restore peace so that residents can safely return to their livelihoods. Additionally, there is a strong demand for the perpetrators to be held accountable. DSP Mansir Hassan, the Kaduna State Police Command spokesperson, was unavailable to verify the details of the attack.
