Ganduje Demands Swift Justice Over Brutal Kano Family Massacre

The former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress and former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has broken his silence on the horrific slaughter of a housewife and her six children in the Dorayi Quarters of Kano. In a strongly worded reaction to the massacre that has sent shockwaves across the nation, Ganduje described the act as not only tragic but an affront to humanity itself. The brutal nature of the crime, which occurred within the Gwale Local Government Area, has left the local community in a state of mourning and disbelief.

Through a statement released by his Chief of Staff, Comrade Muhammad Garba, the former governor expressed deep personal anguish over the loss of seven innocent lives in one single, violent episode. He noted that the killing of a mother alongside her young children represents a level of depravity that society must not tolerate. For Ganduje, this incident serves as a grim and painful reminder of the fragility of peace and the persistent threats facing innocent citizens in their own homes.

Despite the darkness of the event, the former governor took a moment to commend the Nigerian Police Force for their rapid response. He applauded the Kano State Police Command for the “speed and professionalism” displayed in tracking down and apprehending the primary suspects shortly after the bodies were discovered. Ganduje remarked that such efficiency is a vital component in restoring public confidence in the state’s ability to protect its people.

However, the former governor insisted that arrests alone are not enough to heal the wounds of the Dorayi Chiranci community. He issued a stern call to the judiciary and the ministry of justice for the immediate and diligent prosecution of those in custody. He emphasized that the legal process must be pursued to its logical conclusion without delay, ensuring that the full weight of the law falls upon the perpetrators to serve as a definitive deterrent to others who might harbor similar criminal intentions.

Extending his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, Ganduje noted that the entire state shares in their grief. He described the preservation of life as the most fundamental duty of any organized society and urged security agencies to remain vigilant in their quest to safeguard the public. The former governor stressed that the investigation must be thorough, leaving no stone unturned to uncover the motives behind such a “nefarious act” and to identify any potential accomplices.

The statement also highlighted the critical role of community intelligence in preventing such tragedies. Ganduje made a passionate appeal to the residents of Kano to strengthen their cooperation with law enforcement agencies. He argued that security is a collective responsibility and that timely, credible information from neighbors and community leaders is often the most effective tool in preempting violence before it strikes.

He further suggested that the tragedy at Dorayi Quarters should trigger a broader conversation about community policing and the psychological state of the society. For a mother and six children to be wiped out in their private residence suggests a breakdown in the social fabric that requires more than just a police presence to fix. Ganduje’s call for justice is anchored in the belief that the swift execution of the law is the first step toward social mending.

As the legal proceedings begin, the eyes of the nation remain fixed on Kano. The former governor’s intervention adds significant political weight to the demand for accountability, ensuring that the case does not fade from the public eye. His insistence on “diligent prosecution” reflects a growing public demand for a justice system that responds to the gravity of such heinous crimes with equal force and speed.

In his concluding remarks, Ganduje prayed for the souls of the departed and for the strength of the survivors to bear what he called an “irreparable loss.” He maintained that while the lives lost cannot be brought back, the state owes it to the victims to ensure that their killers never walk free again. The push for a balanced and transparent trial, he believes, is the only way to honor the memory of the housewife and her children who were so cruelly taken.