ADC condemns killing, abduction of scores in Zamfara

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Zamfara State has condemned the killing of several residents and the abduction of about 70 others by armed bandits in Kasuwar Daji, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.
The party described the attack as barbaric and unacceptable, saying the continued killings and kidnappings in the state posed a serious threat to peace, security and the socio-economic wellbeing of the people.
In a statement signed by its State Publicity Secretary, Comrade Anas Haidara Kaura, the party called on security agencies to immediately launch a coordinated search-and-rescue operation to secure the release of those abducted.
It urged the agencies to deploy all available intelligence and operational resources to rescue the victims safely and reunite them with their families.

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The opposition party also appealed to the federal, state and local governments to intensify efforts to protect lives and property, strengthen security operations, improve intelligence gathering and enhance community-based security initiatives to tackle banditry across Zamfara State.
The ADC State Chairman, Malam Shehu Maishanu Gulubba, expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the attack and sympathised with the people of Kasuwar Daji and the entire Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.
He also expressed solidarity with the families of those abducted, praying for the safe and speedy return of their loved ones.
The party urged residents to remain vigilant and continue supporting lawful efforts to restore peace and security in the state, while reaffirming its commitment to promoting good governance, responsible leadership and the protection of citizens’ lives and fundamental rights.