BREAKING: Gunmen kill fisherman in fresh Kaduna attack

A group of gunmen were said to have killed a fisherman, Adamu Bala, who went fishing at the river in Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Recall that we reported on Monday that Zango-Kataf had been ravaged by killings and counter-killings which led to the death of at least five persons including a herder.

The state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr Samuel Aruwan, who confirmed the killing, said the incident took place on Monday but didn’t give further details.

“Troops of Operation Safe Haven have reported a killing between Zangon Urban and Ungwan Ruhogo, Zangon Kataf local government area.

“According to the report, the victim, one Adamu Bala, was killed by unknown persons after he went fishing at the river in the said location on Monday 12th April 2021.

“His corpse was found on the riverbank yesterday, Tuesday 13th April 2021. He has since been buried.

“Governor Nasir El-Rufai noted the report with sadness and condoled the family of the deceased while praying for the repose of his soul.

“Investigations into the incident are ongoing,” the Commissioner said.