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KDSG BANS SOCIAL ACTIVITIES LINKED TO VIOLENCE IN NASARAWA,SABON GARIN NASARAWA COMMUNITIES OF CHIKUN LGA.(PHOTO).





Second KDSG Security Update: Monday 3rd April 2023 


KDSG bans social activities linked to violence in Nasarawa, Sabon Garin Nasarawa communities of Chikun LGA 


-Three suspects arrested in relation to killing of two citizens


The Kaduna State Government has banned social activities linked with the violence of Sunday night and Monday which left two citizens dead and six others injured in Sabon Garin-Tirkaniya area of Chikun LGA. 


The decision was taken after a thorough appraisal of the security situation by the military, police and Department of State Services, as well as an emergency meeting with traditional and religious leaders of the area at the 312 Artillery Regiment Kaduna. 


The social activities observed in the community, which are now prohibited with immediate effect are listed as follows: 


-Kidan Bishi 

-Kidan Gala

-Hunting expeditions 


The government has also directed the arrest of anyone linked with the peddling of hard drugs in Nasarawa and Sabon Garin Nasarawa. 


Furthermore, three suspects have been arrested in connection with the violence. In addition to the killing of two citizens, six persons were injured and are presently receiving medical attention. Several vehicles and properties were also destroyed. 


Governor Nasir El-Rufai has commended the prompt action of the military and police in preventing the violence from escalating beyond the area. 


The Governor also allayed the fears of the families that lost their loved ones, affirming that the matter would be investigated conclusively. 


Signed 


Samuel Aruwan 

Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State.

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