President Bola Tinubu has condemned the deadly attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing it as a barbaric and cowardly act of terror.

The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Monday, claimed the lives of about 30 residents, including women and children, while several houses were razed.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the bereaved families, the Kaduna State Government and the people of the state.

Tinubu directed the Armed Forces, the Police and intelligence agencies to intensify operations to apprehend the perpetrators, secure the release of abducted persons and restore normalcy in the affected communities.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening national security and urged residents to support security agencies with timely and credible intelligence.