United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres has condemned the killing of civilians by bandits in Zamfara state during the weekend.
Mr. Guterres extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families through his spokesperson Stephanie Dujarric.
According to reports, about 200 persons were killed in the Northwestern state of Zamfara as bandits stormed five villages in Anka and Bukkuyum local government areas from Tuesday to Wednesday and left behind a trail of blood.
It was also noted that on Saturday morning, the bandits killed many residents and mutilated their bodies.
The secretary-general urged the Nigerian authorities to bring the bandits to justice. He also mentioned that the United are ever ready to support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism in the country.
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