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Owo Church Attack: KACRAN Demands Compensation for Loss During Reprisal Attacks

Owo Church Attack: KACRAN Demands Compensation for Loss During Reprisal Attacks
By Michael Mike
Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has demanded compensation from Ondo State Governor, Mr Rotimi Okeredolu to the family of those innocently killed in the reprisal attacks over the attack on Owo Church.
The association in a statement on Sunday by its” National President, Hon. Khalil Bello said the reprisal attacks could be associated with the early allegation by the governor that the attack on the church which led to the death of scores was hatched by Fulani herdsmen.
The association, while commending security agencies for unravelling those behind the attack and arresting the suspects, asked Akeredolu to pay compensation to the victims of Owo Church’s reprisals attacks whose relatives were innocently killed or lost their properties that are the source of their livelihood.
Bello said: “We the Members of Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN), are sorrowfully joining the families and relatives of the victims of the Owo Church attack and that of Herders who were innocently killed during the mourning of their beloved ones but wish to immensely thank and highly commend the Nigeria security agencies for their successful arrest of the perpetrators of Owo Church brutal, senseless killings of innocent Nigerians in their place of worship.”
He said: “Truly, the Nigerian security agencies did a wonderful, historic job that deserved commendation not only by Nigerians alone but by the entire civilized world. Surely their excellent performance led to the exposure and continuous arrest of the said criminals thus bringing to an end the wrongful accusation of law-abiding Nigerians who have no hand in the said barbaric act.
“Here we refer to the exculpation of our law-abiding herders who are residing in Ondo State but were pointed accusing fingers that they were amongst the suspected masterminds of the barbaric act as wrongly painted by the Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Mr Rotimi Okeredolu. This wrong accusation subjected many herders to be victims of reprisal attacks by touts.
“It is in view of this negative development we want to make it abundantly clear to all that, we are not denying the fact that there may be some law offenders amongst who are bad eggs being human beings but that doesn’t warrant levelling all as criminals.
“Here we want to say that majority of herders are law-abiding Nigerians who are operating their pastoral occupation in a peaceful and very useful manner as they continue to pay revenues and other taxes to the government.”
He added that: “At this juncture, we members of KACRAN whose core interest is the maintenance of peace in the entire country wonder why from the initial stage a whole governor of a State, which is amongst the old respected States in the country; whose people are very kind and generous and he as a father to all Ondo State people regardless of their religion, tribe, occupation or the areas they come from, will hurriedly use a highly pitiable scantly baseless information to jump into conclusion, making a hasty decision of levelling a heavy accusation against a particular tribe or occupation that resulted to the killing of the people and destruction of their properties but he who is supposed to protect.
“Meanwhile, with reference to the above, we are appealing to all Nigerians to stop making a hasty decision/ comment or taking the law into their hands when something bad happened in their areas but rather allow security agencies to do their job professionally.
“We also appeal to Ondo State Governor, H E Mr Rotimi Okeredolu to kindly pay compensation to the victims of Owo Church reprisals attacks whose relatives were innocently killed or lost their properties that are the source of their livelihood.
“We also want to call on our security agencies and Amotekun who were said to have made some arrests in connection to the attack and are still detaining many herders to as a matter of fact release them since the perpetrators of the said shameful criminal act has been exposed.
We once more appreciate the continuous arrest of many more criminals in connection to the Owo church attack by our able military men.
“We again want to express our deepest condolences to the families and relatives of the entire victims of the said incident and those who were killed innocently due to the reprisals attacks.”
The association also appealed to the Minister of Justice, Alh Abubakar Malami, to execute the Presidential Executive Order given to him for over a year now to reclaim all the encroached grazing reserves and blocked cattle routes in the Northern States, insisting that when executed this shall end the movement of herders to the South and resolve the issue of insecurity related to herders/farmer clashes.
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Lifeless new born baby found in a pit Monguno IDP camp, Borno

Lifeless new born baby found in a pit Monguno IDP camp, Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
The Borno State Police Command has launched an investigation into the suspected infanticide of a newborn whose lifeless body was discovered in a pit toilet at the Kuya Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Monguno.
Zagazola gathered reliably that the incident occurred on April 24, 2025, at about 0630hrs when the camp chairman, Faki Isa, reported the discovery. The newborn’s body was found in the toilet, and it is believed the baby may have been abandoned there by an unknown woman.
A team of investigators visited the scene, and the body was taken to the General Hospital Monguno, where it was confirmed dead by a medical doctor. The corpse was later released to the Kuya IDP Camp chairman for burial.
No arrests have been made so far, but the investigation is ongoing with efforts to trace the individual responsible for the crime.
Lifeless new born baby found in a pit Monguno IDP camp, Borno
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Hisbah in Katsina Brutalizes Lady in a Case of Lawlessness and Impunity

Hisbah in Katsina Brutalizes Lady in a Case of Lawlessness and Impunity
By Zagazola Makama
The brutal assault of a young woman, Hauwa’u Lawal Suleiman, and her sisters at the Katsina Hisbah office on April 15 has triggered widespread outrage and drawn fresh attention to the conduct of the state’s religious enforcement agency.
Eyewitnesses say Hauwa’u had gone to the Hisbah office to inquire about relatives allegedly detained by the operatives. What began as a simple inquiry reportedly ended in violence, as she was assaulted by about 20 Hisbah personnel, resulting in serious injuries, including a fracture. Her sisters, who were present and pleaded with the operatives to stop the attack, were also allegedly beaten and subjected to degrading treatment.
The shocking incident has once again raised concerns over the operational methods and legal limitations of Hisbah in Katsina State. While the agency is mandated to enforce moral standards under Sharia principles, critics argue that its operatives often act outside the bounds of the Nigerian constitution and without adherence to due process.
Legal experts say that although Hisbah is legally recognized under state law, it remains obligated to operate within the confines of the Nigerian legal framework. The growing number of complaints about unlawful raids, arbitrary arrests, and use of physical punishment without judicial oversight has led to calls for a comprehensive review of its operations.
Civic groups and legal observers in Katsina cite this latest incident as part of a broader pattern of human rights abuses allegedly carried out by Hisbah. They allege that the agency disproportionately targets young people, women, and the poor under vague pretexts such as “immoral gatherings” or “suspicious behavior.”
The Katsina State Government has yet to issue an official response to the incident. However, increasing public pressure is mounting for a full-scale investigation and disciplinary actions against any operatives found culpable. The absence of formal law enforcement training, lack of investigative procedures, and limited understanding of suspects’ rights are being pointed out as contributing factors to Hisbah’s alleged misconduct.
In a related development, Amnesty International has issued a strong condemnation of the assault, describing it as “lawless and callous.” The organization called on the Katsina State Government to immediately investigate the incident and hold the perpetrators accountable.
“Suspected Hisbah operatives that played a role in the assault on Hauwa’u Lawal Suleiman and her sisters must be identified and tried for gross violation of human rights,” Amnesty said in a statement.
The human rights group also alleged that the Hisbah in Katsina has routinely violated citizens’ rights through illegal raids and arbitrary punishments, particularly targeting women and youths. It warned that the unchecked actions of the agency were fostering a climate of fear and impunity.
“Hisbah cannot operate outside of the law. Failure of the Katsina State Government to subject Hisbah to legal accountability breeds and perpetuates impunity, creating a toxic climate of fear,” Amnesty added.
As the dust settles on this disturbing incident, the state faces renewed demands for regulatory clarity, institutional reform, and justice for the victims. For many observers, this case could be a turning point in how religious law enforcement is balanced with the fundamental rights of Nigerian citizens.
Hisbah in Katsina Brutalizes Lady in a Case of Lawlessness and Impunity
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Herder killed, 40 cows rustled in Taraba village

Herder killed, 40 cows rustled in Taraba village
By Zagazola Makama
A 30-year-old herder, Muazu Anaruwa, was killed and 40 cows rustled by suspected bandits in Kogon Dutse village, Old Muri district of Taraba State.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident, which occurred on April 22, came to light after Muazu’s father, Alhaji Audu Anaruwa, reported that his son had gone out to graze their cattle but failed to return home.
Police operative later discovered Muazu’s body in the grazing area, bearing what appeared to be a bullet wound, while all the livestock were missing.
Local sources described the attack as a case of banditry and cattle rustling. The body of the deceased was evacuated to the Primary Healthcare Centre in Andami, where a medical officer confirmed his death.
He has since been buried according to Islamic rites.
Police say efforts are ongoing within the local security network, including hunters and vigilantes, to track the perpetrators and recover the stolen cattle.
Herder killed, 40 cows rustled in Taraba village
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