x

Bandits Attack ECWA Church, Kill 5, Injure Others in Southern Kaduna


By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna

Heavily armed bandits have reportedly launched a deadly attack on worshippers during a church service at the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Kampani Village, Maro, located in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. At least five persons were killed and several others sustained serious injuries.

A source from the Kaduna State Police Command, who spoke to counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, confirmed that the attack occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2025, when the gunmen stormed the church premises during a worship gathering.

It was gathered that a Good Samaritan alerted security agencies around 9:20 p.m., prompting the immediate deployment of a combined team of police officers and operatives from other security agencies.

Upon arrival, the security team combed the area and confirmed that five worshippers had been fatally shot. The deceased were later identified as Victor Haruna, Dogara Jatau, Luka Yari, Jesse Dalami, and Bawu John. They were rushed to a nearby hospital, where medical personnel confirmed them dead.

Three other victims—Samuel Aliyu, Philip Dominic, and Jacob Hussaini—sustained gunshot wounds and are currently receiving treatment at a local healthcare facility.

In response to the attack, security agencies have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators, with efforts ongoing to track down and apprehend those responsible for the assault.

As of the time of filing this report, the spokesman for the Kaduna State Police Command, DSP Mansir Hassan, had yet to respond to inquiries regarding the incident.

Hot this week

Ibom Air signs N200M sponsorship deal with Akwa United FC

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoIbom Air and 2021 Nigeria Premier Football...

Kogi First Lady Advocates Women Empowerment for Economic Independence

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaThe wife of the Kogi State...

Chinese firms invested $1.3 billion in Nigeria’s lithium sector: Alake

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake,...

Northern Governors Mourn Victims of Niger Tanker Explosion

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed deep...

Russia-Ukraine War: The Unfolding Burden on Africa

By Abu Jemimah LamiWhen Russia invaded Ukraine on...

ITA vs NGA: Match Preview and Kickoff Time Ahead of Today’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Clash

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will take...

Super Falcons Receive N50m Cash Gift from Governor Dapo Abiodun [PHOTOS]

The Super Falcons have received a ₦50 million cash...

Agribusiness revolution key to Nigeria’s economic recovery- Lawmaker

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoA member of the Akwa Ibom Assembly,...

Police dismantle illegal firearms factory in A’ibom

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoAn illegal firearms fabrication factory located in...

INSPIRATION: When Sleep Escapes the Soul

With Mary EwaIf God did not create sleep for...

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img