Some thugs on Saturday attacked the convoy of Abdussalam
Abdulkarim Zaura, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Kano north
senatorial district.
At least 17 people sustained injuries and 10 vehicles were
vandalised as a result of the attack which happened around Gayawa village in
Ungogo LGA of Kano.
It is not clear what provoked the attack on the motorcade.
Confirming the incident, Ibrahim Muazzam, Zaura’s aide, said
the senatorial candidate was attacked while he was returning from a condolence
visit.
“It is true Zaura’s
motorcade was attacked around Gadar Katako, a community bordering Ungogo and
Nassarawa local government areas,” Muazzam said.
“Although the actors are yet to be identified, Zaura has
called for calm. Our interim assessment of the damage caused by this inimical
act has so far revealed 17 minor and major casualties.
“The major casualties are undergoing treatment at the
Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. We also have 17 cars damaged.
“We can also assure
that all legal means will be taken against the culprit and I can tell you they
will be brought to book.”
Yahaya Garin Ali, director-general of Zaura’s senatorial
campaign, said they have filed a petition with the Kano police command.
“We have asked our supporters to remain calm and await the
outcome of the police investigation because we have faith that they will do
justice,” Garin Ali said.
The police are yet to comment on the incident.
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