Governor Abba Yusuf Condemns Brutal Killing of Mother, Six Children in Kano, Orders Immediate Manhunt

|By Chinwendu Nwani

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has strongly condemned the killing of a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano metropolis, describing the act as barbaric, senseless and unacceptable.

In a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, the governor expressed deep shock and sorrow over the incident and directed security agencies to immediately track down and arrest those responsible.

Governor Yusuf described the murder of a mother and her innocent children as a grave assault on humanity, vowing that his administration would not tolerate such acts of violence under any circumstance.

The tragic incident reportedly occurred on Saturday in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kumbotso Local Government Area, when unknown assailants invaded the victims’ residence. The woman, identified as Fatima Abubakar, and her six children were killed during the attack.

Reacting to the development, the governor ordered the Kano State Police Command to commence an immediate manhunt for the suspects, stressing that the perpetrators must be brought to justice.

“We will ensure that the perpetrators are hunted down, arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” Yusuf said.

The governor extended his condolences to the bereaved family, residents of Dorayi Chiranchi, and the people of Kano State, while praying for the repose of the souls of the deceased and strength for their loved ones.

He also appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by promptly reporting suspicious activities, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state.