Armed bandits have killed Nasiru Sani Kaura, a Senior Special Assistant to Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, during an attack on Kaura Namoda town.
The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday when the gunmen invaded the low-cost area of the town.
Residents said the attackers stormed the neighbourhood while Muslims were observing the early morning Subh prayer, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee for safety.
Nasiru, a politician and community leader with strong grassroots connections, was reportedly shot dead during the attack.
His death has thrown Kaura Namoda and neighbouring communities into mourning, with residents describing his killing as a major loss.
His funeral prayer was subsequently held in accordance with Islamic traditions.
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The attack has heightened concerns over insecurity in Kaura Namoda and other communities in Zamfara North, which have continued to experience killings, kidnappings and other attacks by armed bandits.
Residents have called on the state government and security agencies to strengthen security measures to protect lives and property.
Meanwhile, the Zamfara State Police Command has announced the rescue of 19 kidnapped victims, including women and children, after 22 days in captivity.
The victims were reportedly abducted from Tungar Haki Village, through Wanke, in Gusau Local Government Area, before being taken to a bandits’ hideout near Kungurmi Village.
Police said the victims regained their freedom on Saturday, November 14, at about 10 a.m., following a joint security operation involving the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Government House police formation, Department of State Services (DSS) operatives and local hunters.
According to the police, the rescue followed credible intelligence about the location where the victims were being held.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Yazid Abubakar, said all 19 victims were rescued without injuries and reunited with their families.
The Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Muhammad Bello, commended the security personnel for their bravery, professionalism and teamwork.
He assured residents that the command would sustain efforts to tackle kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state.
The police commissioner also urged members of the public to provide security agencies with useful and timely information.
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