Kaduna State police officer, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, has sparked controversy after threatening reprisal attacks on southerners residing in northern Nigeria.
Dan-Taki’s comments followed the brutal killing of 16 northerners in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State.
In a heated Facebook post on Tuesday, Dan-Taki swore by Almighty God, vowing that northerners would retaliate. He wrote:
“I swear to Almighty God, we must do something for you guys. Have you forgotten all your brothers living here in the North? Mark my words, after one week, you shall see the result.”
Following backlash, Dan-Taki altered his first name and restricted access to his Facebook profile, limiting visibility to his posts and comments.
A user on X (formerly Twitter), identified as #UcheDIgboezeson, shared a screenshot of Dan-Taki’s comment and tagged Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, urging him to take action. Adejobi swiftly responded, stating, “Noted for necessary action. Thanks.”
Meanwhile, authorities have made progress in addressing the Uromi killings. On Monday, security forces arrested 14 suspects linked to the attack on hunters from Kano State. Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo confirmed that the suspects have been transferred to Abuja for further investigation.
The attack occurred last Thursday when the victims, who were traveling to Kano for Sallah celebrations, were ambushed by a mob. Their vehicle was searched, weapons were discovered, and they were subsequently killed, triggering national outrage and demands for justice.
Governor Okpebholo condemned the killings as unacceptable and vowed that all perpetrators would be held accountable.
