Eric Patrick
A Nigerian Police officer in Kaduna, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, has issued threats of retaliation against southerners residing in northern Nigeria.
Dan-Taki’s comment came in the wake of the horrific murder of 16 northerners in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State.
In his Facebook comment on Tuesday, Dan-Taki swore by Almighty God, vowing that northerners would take decisive action against Southerners.
Dan-Taki wrote, “I swear to Almighty God, we must do something for you guys, have you forgotten all your brothers that are leaving here in the North make my word, after one week you shall see the result.”
In response to mounting criticism following the comment, Dan-Taki changed his first name and restricted access to his Facebook page, limiting users’ ability to view his posts and comments.
An X user Uche, who tweets as #UcheDIgboezeson shared a screenshot of Dan-Taki’s post, tagging Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi with the caption, “#Princemoye1, take care of this sir.”
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Adejobi promptly acknowledged the post, stating, “Noted for necessary action. Thanks.”
Meanwhile, reports had it on Monday that 14 suspects in connection with the killing of the 16 hunters from Kano State in Uromi have been arrested.
The suspects have been transferred to Abuja for further interrogation, as confirmed by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo.
The attack occurred last Thursday when the northerners, en route to Kano for Sallah celebrations, were ambushed by a mob.
Their vehicle was ransacked and guns were found, and they were murdered, sparking nationwide outrage and calls for swift justice.