Armed men suspected to be bandits who invaded Dogon Daji in Sanga local government area of Kaduna State have killed the head of the village, Anja Mallam.
It was gathered that the attack which led to the death of the village head occurred during the weekend in his residence.
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The state government confirmed the incident via a statement by Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan on Sunday.
According to Aruwan, the government was informed of the development by security agencies.
“Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed sadness at the report and prayed for the repose of the soul of the village head.
“The Governor sent condolences to the family of the deceased, and the entire community of Dogon Daji over the shocking and brutal killing,” he said.
According to the commissioner, investigations into the incident is ongoing pledging that the perpetrators would be brought to book.
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