The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has conveyed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State for their prompt and decisive intervention following the tragic killing of 16 Kano natives in Uromi, Edo State. In an official statement released by the Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the government acknowledged and expressed appreciation for the swift visits by delegations from both the Federal Government and the Edo State Government. These actions were lauded as expressions of solidarity and genuine concern for the bereaved families from Toranke, the ancestral home of the majority of the victims. Governor Yusuf, in his expression of grief over the barbaric act, reaffirmed his call for justice, emphasizing the need for a transparent and fair legal process. He underscored the significance of publicly parading the suspects, ensuring that justice not only prevails but is also...
Recent incidents in Edo State, Nigeria, have intensified longstanding conflicts between Fulani herdsmen and local farmers, leading to tragic outcomes and heightened security concerns. Mob Violence in Uromi On March 28, 2025, a mob in the Uromi area of Edo State killed 16 individuals suspected of being kidnappers. The victims, originating from northern Nigeria, were stopped by local security forces who discovered homemade weapons in their vehicle. This discovery led to the mob attacking the suspects, culminating in their deaths, some by being burned alive with tires. The incident has drawn national attention, with northern politicians condemning the killings and Edo State's Governor, Godwin Obaseki, vowing to prosecute those responsible. Governor Obaseki's Fact-Finding Mission In response to escalating tensions, Governor Obaseki led a delegation of security chiefs on a fact-finding mission to Udo, Ovia South West Local Government Area, to assess the security situation and addre...