Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, urging security agencies to immediately go after the perpetrators.

A mob had intercepted the innocent victims, mostly Hausa hunters, who were on their way to Kano for Sallah celebrations, ransacked their vehicle and gruesomely murdered them.

Describing the killings as barbaric, inhumane, and devilish, the Deputy Senate President appealed to the Edo State Police Command and other security agencies to take decisive action to bring the culprits to justice.

Senator Barau, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, called for calm, assuring that the perpetrators would not go unpunished.

He disclosed his intention to sponsor a motion in the Senate to ensure that those responsible for the killings are held accountable.

” I have been inundated with the calls by my constituents and other Nigerians on the horrific murder of innocent individuals in Edo State. I condemn in totality the barbaric killing of innocent Nigerians.

” I hereby appeal to our security agencies to quickly swing into action to arrest these evildoers and ensure that they are punished in line with the gravity of their criminal acts.

“Nigeria is a diverse country. We should, therefore, embrace one another as brothers and sisters for our progress and development,” he said.

Senator Barau offered prayers for the repose of the souls of the victims and urged their families to remain calm, assuring them that the government would ensure justice is served.

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has mourned the death of famous Kannywood actor, Abdullahi Shuaibu popularly known as Karkuzu who pass on some days back after a protracted illness at the age of 94.

This was made known in a statement issued by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa in Kano on Friday.

The governor said Karkuzu’s death has robbed the industry of a talented actor who was committed to his craft and moulded many growing players in the industry who are now force to reckon with.

He maintained that the deceased has left a wide void difficult to fill as during his acting days demonstrated variety of skills and unrelenting effort of transformation in between comedic and serious roles with passion.

On behalf of the Government and people of Kano State, the governor extends deepest and heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, Kannywood members and the film industry.

He prayed to Almighty Allah to grant his gentle soul eternal rest, and Jannatul Firdausi be his final abode.

The Nigeria Police Force Kano State Command has announced a ban on all Durbar activities during the 2025 Eid-El-Fitr celebrations, citing security concerns and the need to maintain public order.

Commissioner of Police (CP) Ibrahim Adamu Bakori made the announcement during a press briefing at the Bompai Police Headquarters on Friday, emphasizing the need for a peaceful and secure environment during the festivities.

According to CP Bakori, intelligence reports indicated plans by certain elements to exploit the Durbar for disruptive activities.

Following credible intelligence reports of orchestrated plans by miscreants and their sponsors to use the Durbar for violent acts, the Command, in consultation with the Kano State Government and other key stakeholders, has decided to prohibit all Durbar activities across the state,” he stated.

He assured residents that adequate security measures had been put in place to safeguard Eid prayers at designated locations. He also urged worshippers to comply with security guidelines, including avoiding suspicious objects and refraining from activities such as horse riding (Kilisa), car racing, and reckless driving.