Atiku Condemns Killing Of Family Of 7 In Kano

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the killing of a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano metropolis, describing the act as tragic and unacceptable.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Atiku said he was deeply saddened by the incident and expressed sympathy with the bereaved family as well as residents of the affected community.

“I am heartbroken by the gruesome killing of a mother and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano. This senseless violence against innocent Nigerians is unacceptable. My thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family and community,” he said.

The former vice-president raised concerns over the effectiveness of existing security arrangements, questioning whether directives issued to security agencies were being properly implemented.

“It is either the so-called marching orders to the security agencies are not being actioned or it is merely political talk,” Atiku stated.

“Security agencies are charged to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice and for decisive actions to protect every Nigerian from such brutality,” he added.

Atiku also called for an end to the recurring violence across the country, stressing the need to guarantee the safety of lives and property.

“We must end the culture of violence and ensure safety for all,” he said.

The incident had earlier been reported with the Kano State Police Command confirming the arrest of three principal suspects linked to the killing of the housewife and her six children.

According to the police, the arrests followed intelligence-led and coordinated operations conducted between the night of January 17 and the early hours of Sunday, January 18, 2026.

The killing has continued to draw widespread condemnation from political leaders and civil society organisations, reigniting calls for improved security measures.