Kaduna

Two farmers killed in landmine explosion in Kaduna

BY Ebunoluwa Olafusi

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Two persons have been killed in a landmine attack in Chikun LGA of Kaduna state.

Samuel Aruwan, commissioner for internal security and home affairs, said security agencies in the state reported the killings.

Aruwan said the citizens were transporting harvested farm produce when the incident occurred.

“According to the agencies, the incident occurred around 2:00 PM on Thursday when the victims’ vehicle drove over a landmine obviously planted by terrorists in a location known as Zangon Tofa, in the Kabrasha general area,” he said.

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“The two persons who lost their lives were identified as Babajo Alhaji Tanimu and Safiyanu Ibrahim.

“The government is awaiting further details.”

He added that Nasir el-Rufai, the governor, prayed for the repose of the souls of the victim.

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He also said el-Rufai appealed to residents of the area to remain calm.

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