Lakwaya Attack: Senator Barau Applauds Swift Security Action, Calls for End to Banditry

By Iyojo Ameh

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has praised security operatives for their prompt response that led to the rescue of three of the five persons abducted by bandits in Zurin Mahauta village, Lakwaya town, Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State.

The bandits, suspected to have come from neighbouring states, invaded the village on Sunday night and kidnapped five residents.

In a statement issued by his media aide, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau urged the security agencies to intensify efforts to track down the criminals and secure the release of the remaining two victims.

“Last night’s invasion of Zurin Mahauta village in Lakwaya town in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State by marauding bandits is condemnable, and these criminals must be dealt with forthwith. The good news, however, is that the security operatives have rescued three out of the five persons kidnapped. I urge our gallant officers to go after the criminals to rescue the remaining two persons,” he said.

An online report published around 3 p.m. on Monday by Daily Trust quoted Captain Babatunde Zubairu, Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 3 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, as confirming that “three persons have so far been rescued.”

Senator Barau, who also serves as the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, stressed that repeated bandit incursions into communities in Kano State must be brought to an end.

“This unfortunate incursion must be the last in the series of attacks on our peace-loving people. For weeks, there have been no attacks in our area until last night.

“In this regard, I appeal to our gallant security operatives to redouble their efforts in fortifying the areas and remain vigilant in tackling these marauding criminal elements.

“The security of our people’s lives and property is paramount. I will continue to support our security agencies with logistics to enhance their performance,” he added.