UN Condemns Killing of Scores in Zamfara

The United Nations Secretary-General, Mr Antonio Guterres, has condemned the recent attacks that claimed the lives of scores of residents in Zamfara state.

In a statement, his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, condoled with the families of those who lost their loved ones to the attacks.

Dujarric also called for the arrest and prosecution of the assailants and assured the Nigerian government of the UN’s support in the fight against terrorists and other criminals.

The secretary-general strongly condemns the appalling attacks in which scores of civilians were killed.

He urges the Nigerian authorities to spare no effort in bringing those responsible for these heinous crimes to justice.

No fewer than four villages were razed in the attacks that lasted about 48 hours in Anka and Bukkuyum LGAs.