Herdsmen kill 4 in renewed attack on Southern Kaduna

AT least four people were reportedly killed, and a few others injured in a renewed attack by herdsmen at Nimdem village of Jema’a Local government area of Kaduna State.

Findings by the Sunday Tribune revealed that the incident took place on Friday night, when the hoodlums invaded the village.

This came after the Federal Government established Operation Save Heaven, under the command of a Brigadier-General.

Reacting to the latest incident, the  state government condemned the  attack and sued for peace in the area.

In a statement  by the governor’s aide, Samuel Aruwan on Saturday, the government said that the hard-won peace in the area must be sustained and the culprits brought to book.

“Security forces have informed the Kaduna State government that there was an attack in Nimdem village on the night of Friday, December 22, 2017. The government was further briefed that arrests had been made and investigation is on going.

“The government condemns this incident, and calls on all stakeholders to help uphold peace by working to avoid escalation and by supporting the security forces.

“Government commiserates with the families of the victims in this sad moment. The grief and pain these acts of violence leave in their wake can be devastating.

“It is important that all communities stand firm against any threat to peace, and reject those who might want to reprise the terrible events of December 2016.

“Government appeals for calm, as security forces take action to restore peace and stability. Nobody should be allowed to truncate the right of citizens to live in peace and enjoy safety, or thwart their legitimate expectations of celebrating Christmas and the New Year in peace.”