Kaduna, Nigeria – Tragedy struck on Sunday, September 29, 2024, as gunmen brutally murdered Raymond Timothy, the Peoples Democratic Party’s councilorship candidate in Pari Ward, Kauru Local Government Area, and his brother James Timothy.
POLITICAL MOTIVE SUSPECTED
The brothers were returning from a campaign event in Kizachi Village on a motorcycle when they were ambushed.
“We suspect political motivation,” said Barnabas Chawai, a PDP chieftain. “Security agencies must act swiftly to bring the perpetrators to justice.”
VICTIM’S FAMILY LEFT TO MOURN
Raymond leaves behind a pregnant wife and three children.
WITNESS RECOUNTS FINAL MOMENTS
John Wanneh, Secretary to the Village Head of Kizachi, recalled parting ways with Raymond around 6 pm. “We heard gunshots near guinea corn farms shortly after.”
INFRASTRUCTURE WOES HINDER RESCUE EFFORTS
Wanneh appealed to the government to improve roads and bridges, citing difficulties for security forces to access the area during emergencies.
POLICE YET TO COMMENT
Kaduna State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, has not responded to requests for comment.
CONCERNS MOUNT AHEAD OF LOCAL ELECTIONS
This shocking incident raises fears about candidate safety ahead of the October 19 local government elections.
Stay updated on this developing story.
Vanguard.
