Faruruwa Community in Shanono Local government area of Kano State have called on the Federal government to come to their aid over persistent bandits attacks that usually come from the neighboring Katsina State.
The chairman security committee of Faruruwa, Allaji Yahaya Bagobiri made the call while addressing a news conference in Kano on Thursday evening.
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He said following the incessant bandits’ attack in the town and surrounding villages, many people have lost their lives and property
“During the recent attacks, many people have lost their lives while no fewer than 1,600 cows were stolen in addition to other properties.
“So, we called on President Bola Tinubu and Governor Abba kabir Yusuf to come to our aid as many residents of the area have started relocating to Kano and other places”, said.
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He said the hoodlums who always launch the attack at will, usually come to the villages in the night, evening or even in the morning.
“Even yesterday and day before yesterday the bandits attack left many people injured and they stole more than 40 cows, other animals and properties,” he said.
He said even recently one of the kidnapped victims from area had to pay N15 million ramson before he could regain his freedom.
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Bagobiri further appealed to Kano State government to partner with the security agencies in the state to check the security challenges bedeviling the areas.
“We also call on our senator and other the Federal lawmaker representing Bagwai/ Shanono to also do something even though they are trying their best,” he said.
