Kano in Shock as Hoodlums Kill NSCDC Officer on Duty
There was an outrage in Kano on Friday following the killing of a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) volunteer, Abdurrauf Sheriff, who was allegedly stabbed to death by suspected hoodlums while on official duty.
The fatal incident occurred along Gyadi Gyadi Court Road, where the volunteer was reportedly carrying out his assigned responsibilities before he was attacked the hoodlums on the night of New year celebration by Kano State Governor.
Confirming the development in a statement, the Kano State Command of the NSCDC strongly condemned the killing, describing it as a violent and unacceptable act against a personnel lawfully discharging his duty.
The statement, issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, disclosed that four suspects had been arrested in connection with the incident.
“The Command wishes to inform the general public that four suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons including a hacksaw, Danbida and drugs. They are currently in custody and assisting security agencies with investigations to ensure that justice is served,” Abdullahi stated.
Reacting to the tragic loss, the State Commandant of the NSCDC in Kano, Commandant Mohammed Hassan Agalama, expressed heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and reassured residents of the Corps’ commitment to maintaining security across the state.
He further emphasized the NSCDC’s resolve to collaborate with other security agencies to combat criminal activities and protect lives and property.
According to the statement, preliminary findings have classified the incident as culpable homicide, and the case will be transferred to the Nigerian Police for further investigation and prosecution.
The Command also appealed to members of the public to remain calm and continue to support security agencies by providing timely and credible information to aid crime-fighting efforts in the state.