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NINE DIE, SEVERAL INJURED IN BANDITRY ATTACK

Not less than nine persons have been killed by bandits in the early hours of today in Tudu Village, Kaduru Local Government Area, Kaduna State.


The attack which took place around 5am had residents of the community scampering for safety as the bandits shot sporadically at them.


Nine people were killed while several others sustained severe injuries.


This comes after a similar attack in the same community claiming 30 lives.


The Kajuru Local Government Chairman, Mr. Cafra Caino, told newsmen that the timely intervention of security personnel prevented more casualties in the ambush.


He said, “We have once again been set back in our confidence building effort and peace engagements after Tudu village in Agwala Dutse general area was attacked this morning.


“It is confirmed that nine lives were lost in the attack. A detailed inventory of casualties is being taken.


“My heart goes out to all the families affected; may God grant the souls of the victims eternal rest.’’


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