There was panic at Kaduna International Airport on Saturday afternoon as bandits stormed the area.
POLITICS NIGERIA learned that soldiers were notified, and a shootout ensued.
The attack by the bandits close to the airport disrupted activities, as flights were temporarily suspended.
Northern Nigeria region has seen a sharp rise in mass abductions and other violent crimes since late 2020 as the government struggles to maintain law and order.
Nigeria designated bandits as “terrorist” groups, allowing for tougher sanctions under the “terrorism” prevention act for suspected shooters, their informants, and supporters such as those caught supplying them with fuel and food.
This attack on another public facility has left many Nigerians shocked. They imagined the audacity of the lawbreakers.
Former lawmaker, Shehu Sani wrote on his verified Twitter handle: “Vigilance is very much needed; there is no limitation to bandits’ evils.”
