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From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja
Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has condemned the brutal attack on Kasuwan Daji Market in Niger State, where armed bandits killed no fewer than 42 people, including women, and abducted several others.
The deadly incident occurred on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in Demo community, Borgu Local Government Area, when gunmen stormed the bustling market, opened fire on traders and residents, set parts of the market ablaze, and escaped with an unspecified number of abductees.
In a statement issued yesterday, Akpoti-Uduaghan described the attack as heartbreaking, senseless and a tragic reminder of the worsening insecurity confronting many Nigerian communities.
“My heart is heavy as I mourn the innocent men and women who were brutally murdered at Kasuwan Daji Market,” the senator said. “These were ordinary Nigerians going about their lawful activities, only to be cut down by evil forces that have no regard for human life.”
She extended her deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the entire people of Niger State, assuring them of her solidarity during the moment of grief.
“I sympathize profoundly with the families who have lost loved ones in this cruel attack,” she stated. “No words can truly heal such pain, but I pray that God grants the families the strength and comfort to bear these irreparable losses.”
She also expressed concern over the reported abductions and destruction of the market, noting that such acts not only claim lives but also devastate livelihoods and destabilise local economies.
“The burning of the market and the kidnapping of innocent citizens further deepen the trauma on these communities.
“This cycle of violence must not be allowed to continue unchecked.”
Calling for swift and decisive action, the lawmaker urged security agencies to immediately track down and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“I call on the Federal Government and security agencies to act swiftly, decisively, and transparently in apprehending those responsible,” Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan said. “Our people deserve protection and criminals terrorizing our communities must be confronted with the full weight of the law.”
She further stressed the need for a more proactive and intelligence-driven security strategy to prevent future attacks, particularly in rural and vulnerable communities.
“Nigeria cannot afford to normalize these tragedies,” she added. “Protecting lives and property is the foremost duty of any government, and urgent steps must be taken to restore peace and confidence among our people.”
