Gunmen have tragically murdered a PDP candidate and his brother in Kaduna, sparking concerns about rising violence in the region.
In a tragic incident, gunmen have killed Raymond Timothy, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) councillorship candidate for Pari Ward in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, along with his brother James Timothy.
The attack took place on Sunday evening while the two were riding a motorcycle back from a political campaign in Kizachi Village, Pari Ward.
Raymond Timothy, a father of three who was anticipating the arrival of his fourth child with his pregnant wife, tragically lost his life. The brutal killings have stunned the local community and heightened worries about political violence in the region.
Barnabas Chawai, a notable member of the PDP in the local government, suggested that political motives might be behind the killings. He urged security agencies to act quickly to identify and arrest those responsible, ensuring they face justice.
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He stated, “Drastic measures must be implemented to prevent further incidents as the October 19 local government election approaches.”
He stated that the victim had three children and his wife was pregnant with their fourth.
John Wanneh, the Secretary to the Village Head of Kizachi, recalled that they were together until about 6 p.m. before parting ways so that the victim could return home to Bakin-Kogi.
“It was barely 10 to 15 minutes after we parted ways when we heard gunshots near some guinea corn farms,” Wanneh said.
He conveyed his uncertainty about the motive, saying, “We cannot determine who committed this crime or if it has any political connections.”
Wanneh also urged the government to build a bridge and upgrade the road infrastructure, enhancing accessibility during emergencies.
He added, “Security operatives cannot access the village because of poor road conditions and an impassable river, a situation we have been facing for a long time.”
