Gunmen invade Kaduna Community, Kill 20 people

Some gunmen last night invaded the Sankwab community of the Atyap Chiefdom of Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, killing no fewer than twenty villagers, razed several houses and properties valued in millions of naira were destroyed.

The Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed the attack but, saying swift response from the military in repelling the attacks saved the situation, but was silent on the casualty figures.

However, a source told newsmen that the invaders, suspected to be Fulani militia around last night, stormed the community, shooting indiscriminately at anything in sight, killing at least 20 while people scampered for their lives.