‘Timing is suspicious’ — PDP expresses concern over southern Kaduna attacks

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna has raised concern over the resurgent attacks in southern Kaduna and its implication on the March 18 polls in the state.

Felix Hyet, Kaduna PDP chairman, on Thursday, said the banditry attacks in the last few days are worrisome.

“The PDP in Kaduna state is worried that the attackers may be playing out a script designed to scare, displace, and ultimately suppress the votes of the people of southern Kaduna,” he said.

“The pattern, nature, and timing of the attacks, especially after a period of relative peace in the area is quite suspicious.”

Hyet called on the security agencies to be more proactive and decisive in dealing with the threat.

“We also call on the people to remain calm and also be vigilant by promptly reporting any and all suspicious movements in their areas to the appropriate authorities,” he said.

“We appeal to everyone not to give in to the antics of those behind the attacks by taking the laws into their own hands.

“No one should create a reason for the outbreak of violence in the area or the imposition of punitive security measures that will lead to the postponement, cancellation or manipulation of the elections in the zone.”

Hyet urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to be disturbed by the recent security developments in southern Kaduna.

“We want to say that the people of the zone are unshaken in their resolve to be peaceful and participate in the next round of elections on March 18, 2023, no matter the level of provocation,” he added.