UN Secretary-General, António Guterres has strongly condemned the attacks in Zamfara State that costs the lives of several civilians.
In a statement by his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, the
UN Chief expressed his displeasure whilst extending his heartfelt condolences
to the bereaved families.
According to reports, an estimated 200 people or more were
killed during deadly reprisals by armed bandits following military airstrikes
on their hideouts.
The bandits stormed five villages in Anka and Bukkuyum local
government areas from Tuesday to Wednesday and left behind a trail of blood.
The bandits burnt down the five villages killed many
residents and mutilated their bodies.
As of Saturday morning, 200 people had been buried in
funerals.
The secretary-general urged the Nigerian authorities to
spare no effort in bringing those responsible for these heinous crimes to
justice.
Guterres reaffirmed the solidarity and support of the United
Nations to the government and people of Nigeria in their fight against
terrorism, violent extremism and organized crime.
NAN