A devastating attack on a wedding ceremony in Kahir village, Kaduna State, has left 13 people dead and several others abducted. The incident occurred around 11:47 pm on Sunday, as gunmen opened fire inside the hall and looted nearby shops. The attackers, armed with AK-47 rifles, targeted the wedding ceremony, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as “horrific”, with people running for their lives as the gunmen fired indiscriminately. Several guests were injured and taken to Kagarko General Hospital, with two referred to Kaduna for further treatment. The injured victims are receiving medical attention, but the death toll is expected to rise.
Kaduna State’s Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, and Senator Sani Musa visited the injured victims at Kagarko General Hospital, expressing their condolences to the families of the deceased. “We are shocked and saddened by this senseless attack on innocent civilians,” Dr. Balarabe said. “We will do everything in our power to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safe release of those abducted.”
Security forces have launched a search operation to track the attackers and rescue the abducted victims. The area has been cordoned off, and soldiers are patrolling the streets to prevent further attacks. “We are working tirelessly to bring an end to these senseless attacks and restore peace to the affected communities,” a security source said.
This incident adds to Kaduna’s growing insecurity issues, with many communities under siege by bandit groups. The state has seen a surge in violent attacks, kidnappings, and killings in recent months, displacing thousands of people and disrupting economic activities.
The attack has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for increased security measures to protect civilians. “This is a tragic reminder of the insecurity in our country,” said a local leader. “We need to do more to protect our people and ensure that these attacks stop.”
The federal government has promised to increase security in the affected areas and bring the perpetrators to justice. However, many are skeptical, citing previous failures to address the growing insecurity in the region.
As the people of Kahir village bury their loved ones, the question on everyone’s mind is: when will these attacks stop? The answer lies in the government’s response to this crisis. Will they take decisive action to protect civilians, or will this tragedy be forgotten in the next news cycle?
The victims of this attack are being remembered by their families and communities. May their memories inspire action to end the violence and bring peace to Kaduna State.
