15 farmers were killed and three others were hurt when bandits allegedly attacked the Waje community in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
Senator Umar Tafida, the deputy governor who represented Governor Nasir Idris in a condolence visit to the district head of Waje, expressed regret for the tragic incident and announced a donation from the state government to help the victims’ families.
He referred to the gesture as a modest gesture made by the government to support the injured and the bereaved during this trying time.
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Senator Tafida also promised to keep farmers safe while the state government would address insecurity and ensure farmers could reclaim their farmland.
Hon. Waje District Head Bala Danbaba praised the state government for their support and the visit, calling it both timely and significant.
He called for increased security measures to stop the attackers’ entry points and made the point that the Danko Wasagu region’s borders are vulnerable to attacks because it shares borders with Niger, Zamfara, and Sokoto states.
Source: Channels TV
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