By Samuel Aruwan

Security agencies have reported to Kaduna State Government the killing of two citizens in a landmine attack in Chikun Local Government Area.

According to the agencies, the incident occurred around 2pm on Thursday when the victims’ vehicle drove over a landmine obviously planted by terrorists in a location known as Zangon Tofa, in the Kabrasha general area.

The citizens were transporting harvested farm produce when the incident occurred.

The two persons who lost their lives were identified as Babajo Alhaji Tanimu and Safiyanu Ibrahim.

The government is awaiting further details.

Meanwhile, Governor Nasir El-Rufai has condoled the families of the citizens over the unfortunate incident. The Governor who prayed for the repose of the souls of the victims, appealed to residents of the area to remain calm.

@views exclusive rights: Samuel Aruwan,
Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, November 3, 2022.