The Kaduna State Government has refuted claims of a suicide bomb attack on the Kaduna-Abuja highway that circulated widely on Wednesday. Samuel Aruwan, overseeing commissioner of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, issued a statement clarifying that no such incident occurred as reported.
In the statement released yesterday, Aruwan addressed the misinformation, stating, “Our attention has been drawn to reports being circulated, alleging the occurrence of a suicide attack or a similar incident along the Kaduna-Abuja Road.” He emphasized that there was no evidence or reports confirming such an event at the time of the update.
Aruwan assured citizens that security forces and intelligence sources are actively monitoring the area. He highlighted ongoing security inspections and assessments aimed at ensuring the safety of citizens and travelers along the Kaduna-Abuja Road and its vicinity.
The commissioner reiterated that any information suggesting otherwise is inaccurate. He underscored the government’s commitment to maintaining stringent security measures in the region to safeguard lives and property.
Meanwhile, recent confusion also arose regarding reports of a helicopter crash in Kaduna State. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) clarified that it was an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) belonging to the NAF that crashed in the Igabi Local Government Area, contrary to earlier media reports of a helicopter crash.
Residents initially reported the incident as a helicopter crash near Rigachikun in Taimi village on Monday. Eyewitnesses claimed to have seen the pilot emerging from the wreckage, prompting a swift response from NAF military personnel who secured the area and initiated an initial investigation.
In a statement to journalists, NAF spokesman Edward Gabkwet clarified the misunderstanding, confirming it was a UAV involved in the mishap. Gabkwet stated that a preliminary investigation has commenced to determine the cause of the incident.
