Gunmen kill 3 in Southern Kaduna

Gunmen stormed Asso and Tanda bridge in Gwong Chiefdom of Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna state, killing at 3 people, while several others were injured.

Mr Peter Averik, Chairman of the Local Government who confirmed the development, said the attack took place around 7:30 p.m on Sunday when unidentified gunmen opened fire on innocent persons who were walking along the bridge.

“I was told the gunmen, who seemed to be advancing, opened fire on the pedestrians over the fear that they may be exposed.

“One person died on the spot, while two others who sustained injuries were rushed to Fadan Kagoma Hospital for immediate medical attention.

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It was gathered that one of the injured later died this morning as a result of severe injuries he sustained, during the attack.

Averik further confirmed that the third victim’s corpse was found earlier on Monday in a bush path at Wazo village before Aso.

He said arrangement had been concluded to convey the injured persons to Barau Diko Specialist Hospital in Kaduna, following a referral from Sir Patrick Memorial Hospital Kafanchan.

As at the time of filing this report the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO),  DSP Yakubu Sabo could not be reached for confirmation.

It will be recalled that the latest onslaught was coming when the state governor, Nasir Elrufai last week ended a peace tour in which he met with various religious leaders in the area on the need to live in peace with one another.