Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and his Edo State counterpart, Governor Monday Okpebholo, visited the Torankawa community in Kano on Monday to console the families of the 16 victims brutally killed in Uromi, Edo State.
The visit brought together key government officials and community leaders,
underscoring the commitment of both states to ensuring justice for the slain
individuals.
Governor Yusuf, speaking through his spokesperson Sanusi
Bature Dawakin Tofa, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and
demanded swift prosecution of those responsible. He assured the families that
the government would not relent until justice was served.
“This visit is not just about condolence; it is about
reaffirming our commitment to justice. The families of these victims deserve
more than words—they deserve action. We will not rest until every perpetrator
is brought to book, publicly paraded, and held accountable,” Yusuf stated.
He also called on the Edo State Government to expedite
compensation for the victims’ families, stressing that many households had been
thrown into distress due to the loss of their breadwinners.
Governor Okpebholo, in his remarks, assured the families
that security agencies were making progress in the investigation and that
justice would be swift.
“I want to personally assure you that we are treating this
case with the urgency it deserves. Edo is home to all Nigerians, and this kind
of violence will not be tolerated,” he said.
Leaders of the Torankawa community expressed appreciation
for the visit, noting that it had helped ease tensions and restore faith in the
government’s commitment to their welfare.
In response, the Emir of Kano, His Highness Amb. Muhammad
Isa Umar, commended the two governors for their swift intervention in handling
the tragic incident.
The Kano State Government reaffirmed its resolve to continue
monitoring the case until justice is fully served.
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