Yahaya Bello demands arrest of gunmen who killed 19 in Kogi community

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has ordered security agents to fish out the attackers of Tawari community of the state where about 19 persons were reportedly killed.

The governor declared that there must be justice for the victims of the attack.

The position of the governor was made known through a statement by his spokesperson, Onogwu Muhammed, on Friday, January 3.

Bello, who condemned the attack on the village, also sent a warning to those who think they can cause trouble in the state saying he would ensure that they end up blaming themselves.

He emphasised that his administration would do what it takes to protect the lives and property of the people of the state.

The governor pleaded for calm and promised that his administration would clear the state of bandits.

The police in the state have confirmed that about 28 houses and vehicles were burnt by the gunmen during the attack.

The confirmation was made by the public relations officer of the police in the state, DSP Williams Anya.

He disclosed that the commissioner of police in the state, Ede Ayuba Ekpeji, had visited the affected community and carried out assessment of the damage.