The Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressives Union has called for a thorough and transparent investigation into a deadly clash involving suspected illegal miners in Randagi community, Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where many people were reportedly killed.
The call followed reports by BBC Hausa that scores of people were feared dead in the violence.
However, neither the Kaduna State Government nor security agencies had officially confirmed the casualty figure as of the time of filing this report.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Chairman of BEPU, Dr Isah Muhammad, described the incident as tragic and extended condolences to the people of Randagi and families of those who reportedly lost their lives.
He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the clash.
The statement read, “BEPU expresses deep concern over the unfortunate incident reported to have occurred in Randagi community, Birnin Gwari Local Government Area,
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