3 people shot 40 houses and 12 churches demolished by Kaduna state gover...

On Tuesday, May 30th, 2023, the Kaduna State Government carried out a demolition exercise in Gbagi Villa and other area of Kaduna city, resulting in the destruction of 40 residential buildings and 12 churches. Three people were also reportedly injured during the operation. According to the state government, the demolition was necessary to pave the way for the construction of a new road network and other infrastructure projects in the area. However, residents and church leaders have condemned the action, saying that they were not given adequate notice or compensation. "We were sleeping when the bulldozers came," said Malam Musa Yusuf, a resident of Ungwan Gado. "We didn't have time to save anything. We lost everything." Reverend John Joseph, the pastor of one of the demolished churches, said that the government had promised to compensate the affected churches but had not done so. "We are appealing to the government to fulfill its promise and help us rebuild our churches," he said. The demolition exercise has drawn criticism from human rights groups and opposition politicians. They have accused the state government of high-handedness and insensitivity to the plight of the affected residents and church members. The Kaduna State Government has defended its action, saying that it was necessary to carry out the demolition exercise in order to implement its development plans. The government has also promised to provide assistance to the affected residents and church members. The demolition exercise has caused tension in Kaduna city, and there are fears that it could lead to further violence. The state government has called for calm and has urged the affected residents and church members to cooperate with the authorities.