– KADUNA, Nigeria
Gunmen killed at least 30 people, including eight children, during a nighttime attack on the village of Naridon in the Kamaru district of Kauru Local Government Area, Kaduna State. The attack took place on the night of Sunday, July 27, 2026. Gunmen fired indiscriminately at residents and set fire to several houses and businesses. At least four other people were seriously injured and are receiving medical treatment, while community members continue searching the surrounding area, raising fears that the death toll will rise.
According to local accounts, the attackers stormed the village around 11:00 p.m. and carried out the attack for several hours, chasing residents who tried to flee into the nearby bush. This border community, located near Plateau State, has faced security problems in the past. Village leaders reported widespread destruction, with numerous properties razed during the attack. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the violence.
The Kaduna State Government has strongly condemned the incident and expressed its condolences to the affected families. Authorities have ordered security forces to intensify operations in the area and organize immediate humanitarian aid for survivors and displaced persons. The attack has sparked widespread outrage among political leaders, civil society organizations, and human rights groups, who have described it as yet another failure to protect vulnerable communities.
This recent violence underscores the persistent security challenges facing northwest and north-central Nigeria, where banditry, armed group activity, and related conflicts continue to claim lives and displace people. Kaduna State has suffered several similar deadly attacks in recent years, exacerbating the humanitarian situation and undermining local stability. Residents have called for a greater security presence and improved infrastructure, including better road networks, to help curb these types of incidents.
While the investigations continue, authorities are expected to inform the public about security measures and assistance for affected families. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address the root causes of insecurity across the region and protect civilian lives.