Nigerian Governor Prays For Divine Intervention Over Bandit Attacks, Killings
- Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, has reacted to the recent wave of bandit attacks on some communities in the state
- The governor condemned the senseless killings in several communities in the Kauran Namoda Local Government Area
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) expressed his sympathy with the people regarding the recent bandit attack
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Zamfara state - Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, said God will shame those sponsoring banditry and killings in the state.
Lawal urged Zamfara residents to continue to pray for God to put an end to all forms of criminality.
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The governor stated this on Wednesday, August 13, 20225, when he visited communities attacked by bandits in the Kauran Namoda local government area.
As reported by Daily Trust, bandits attacked 5 communities —Banga, Sakajiki, Kuryar Madaro, Maguru, and Tambarawa.
The affected communities have witnessed a disturbing rise in bandit attacks, leaving many residents devastated and mourning the loss of loved ones.
Governor Lawal condemned the senseless killings during the recent wave of bandit attacks.
He vowed that those behind the violence would be exposed and shamed by divine intervention.
“May Allah expose and shame those responsible for these brutal attacks and senseless killings. I urge everyone to stay steadfast in prayer for an end to all forms of criminality in our dear state.”
Governor Lawal disclosed that he was out of the state when the most recent attack occurred.
He explained that he immediately instructed the Deputy Governor to lead a high-powered delegation to sympathize with the victims.
Lawal condemned the ongoing violence, describing the attackers as enemies of peace who deliberately aim to instill fear and destabilize the region.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governor also reiterated his administration’s commitment to ending insecurity.
He pledged to intensify the fight against banditry with renewed strategies and partnerships.
Women lead protest in Zamfara over bandit attacks
Recall that hundreds of women from Jimrawa village in Zamfara State marched peacefully to Gusau, demanding urgent action over worsening insecurity.
The protest follows a wave of deadly bandit attacks that have left dozens dead, villages deserted, and residents in captivity.
Locals say poor road conditions and government inaction are fuelling the crisis, with farming halted and lives shattered across affected communities.
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Read more stories on bandit attacks:
- Deadly Bandits Create Tension in Zamfara State, Kidnap 100, Details Emerge
- Jubilation as NAF Airstrikes Bomb Bandits to Death in Zamfara
- 2 Officers Killed as Police Foil Bandits Attack on Zamfara Community
Bandits attack Zamfara village, kill 4, abduct 150
In a similar story, Legit.ng reported that on Sunday, July 14, bandits attacked Dan Isa village in Zamfara state, killing four people and kidnapping 150 others, including two infants.
Following the attack, residents have fled to nearby areas due to ongoing fears of violence.
Zamfara state’s commissioner of Police, Muhammad Shehu Dalijan, reported that although no specific details about the latest attack were received, multiple assaults occurred in Gusau last week.
Source: Legit.ng
