Rights Group Says Renewed Violence Shows Peace Deal Has Failed
Amnesty International has strongly condemned the deadly bandit attack on Kakangi Village in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where at least nine farmers were killed.
According to the organisation, the attack, which occurred on Saturday, July 4, also left at least six people missing and nine others seriously injured.
Amnesty International said the people of Birnin Gwari have endured repeated attacks by armed bandits for more than a decade, noting that the latest violence highlights the worsening security situation in the area.
The rights organisation warned that the renewed attacks, particularly during the farming season, could have devastating consequences for food production, livelihoods and the safety of rural communities.
It further stated that the continued violence raises serious concerns about the effectiveness of the Kaduna State Government’s peace deal with bandits, arguing that the escalating attacks suggest the arrangement has failed to restore lasting peace.
Amnesty International called on the authorities to take urgent and decisive action to protect residents, end the recurring attacks and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
The organisation stressed that the people of Birnin Gwari deserve peace and security, adding that the persistent killings and the inability of authorities to stop them continue to pose a serious threat to the right to life in Nigeria.
IBN News will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
