Kaduna Governor Visits Family of Slain Woman, Vows Justice

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has pledged full justice for the family of Ummulkhairi Usman Aliyu, who was killed in Maraban Jos. During a condolence visit to the deceased's husband and family members, Governor Sani expressed his deep sympathy and prayed for Ummulkhairi's soul.

Governor Sani reaffirmed his administration's commitment to ensuring justice, stating that security agencies are actively working to apprehend all individuals involved in the "heinous act." He assured the family that those responsible would be identified, arrested, and prosecuted without exception. The governor revealed that 41 suspects have already been charged with culpable homicide, while another 30 face charges for unlawful assembly. Seventeen individuals have been released after not being found culpable, and investigations continue for 41 others still at large.

Adding to the government's response, Governor Sani announced that the Kaduna State Government will assume full responsibility for the education and welfare of Ummulkhairi's children. He emphasized that the government's intervention would be guided by compassion, justice, and concrete action, moving beyond mere words of sympathy. This commitment comes amidst ongoing public concern regarding the circumstances of Ummulkhairi's death, with the state government determined to ensure justice is both served and visibly seen.

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I want to assure the family that those responsible for this heinous act will be identified, arrested and prosecuted. No one connected with this tragic incident will escape the full weight of the law.