Uromi Massacre:Kano Govt Sends High- Powered Committee To Edo State
By Abdullahi Yusuf
Kano State Government has sent a high-powered Investigation Committee to Edo State to unravel the circumstances that led to the recent killing of 16 hunters at Uromi.
Led by the Deputy Governor of the state,Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo,the committee is also mandated to “create peace with the community.”
Members of the body which was constituted by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf have already departed Kano for Uromi.
A statement issued by Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, spokesperson to the Deputy Governor, said members of the committee include the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Mohammad Isa Umar; Commissioners for Religious Affairs, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Special Duties and Women Affairs and the Chairman of Bunkure Local Government Area,among other prominent figures.
According to the statement,the committee was established “in response to national outrage and growing concern over the violent attacks in Uromi, which claimed several lives and displaced many residents including indigents of Kano State residing in the area.”
Speaking at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport prior to their departure, Deputy Governor Gwarzo reiterated the committee’s commitment to justice, peace, and reconciliation in the matter.
“Our mandate is clear — to investigate, to consult, and to recommend sustainable solutions. This is not just a fact-finding mission, but a peace-building initiative aimed at restoring confidence and preventing further violence,” Gwarzo said.
The statement said further that,”The tragic incident, which occurred last month, has heightened tensions in the affected community.”
“As part of its assignment, the committee is scheduled to hold consultations with the Edo State Governor, heads of security agencies, traditional rulers, and civil society organizations during its week-long stay in Edo State.
“This initiative forms part of a broader intervention by the Northern Governors Forum to demonstrate solidarity, promote national unity and respond proactively to rising insecurity across the country.
“Further updates will be provided as the committee progresses with its engagement in Edo State, ” the statement added.