NSCDC Officer Killed By Gunmen In Kaduna State

Gunmen yet to be identified has reportedly killed an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Kaduna State.

According to the report confirmed to newsmen in a statement released on Tuesday, September 8, by the NSCDC command, Mr Bulus Sanda was kidnapped from his residence at Mararaba-Rido, in Chikun Local Government Area of the state.

The NSCDC Commandant, Babangida Dutsinma through the Public Relations Officer of the security agency, Mr Orndiir Terzungwe told newsmen in Kaduna the deceased was abducted from his apartment.

Terzungwe noted that Sanda joined the corps in 2010 and served in different locations, adding that he was dedicated to his duty in an exemplary manner.

“His last location was Kaduna-North Division. He even received an award a day before his abduction and eventual death,” he said.

The commandant regretted the death of the officer as he commiserated with his family, prayed God to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss of their beloved.

He, however, urged residents to support the activities of security agencies in the state to ensure the safety of lives and property.