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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A Kaduna State police officer, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, has come under fire after allegedly threatening reprisal attacks on southerners living in northern Nigeria. His remarks followed the brutal killing of 16 northerners in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State.<\/p>\n

Dan-Taki made the inflammatory comments in a Facebook post on Tuesday, vowing that northerners would retaliate.<\/p>\n

\u201cI swear to Almighty God, we must do something for you guys. Have you forgotten all your brothers living here in the North? Mark my words, after one week, you shall see the result,\u201d he reportedly wrote.<\/p>\n

Following backlash, Dan-Taki changed his Facebook name and restricted access to his profile, limiting public visibility of his posts and comments.<\/p>\n

Dan-Taki\u2019s post was flagged by an X user identified as Uche, who shared a screenshot while tagging Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi.<\/p>\n

Adejobi swiftly acknowledged the post, stating, \u201cNoted for necessary action. Thanks.\u201d<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, law enforcement continues to investigate the attack in Uromi. Fourteen suspects linked to the killing of hunters from Kano State have been arrested and transferred to Abuja for further interrogation. Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo confirmed the arrests and assured Nigerians that justice would be served.<\/p>\n

The victims were reportedly traveling to Kano for Sallah celebrations when they were ambushed by a mob. Their vehicle was stopped and ransacked before they were killed, sparking nationwide outrage and calls for swift justice.<\/p>\n

Governor Okpebholo condemned the attack as \u201ctragic and condemnable,\u201d emphasizing that law enforcement agencies are taking decisive steps.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe president is deeply concerned, and the suspects arrested so far are being transferred to Abuja for further interrogation,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

The killings have heightened tensions, prompting leaders across the country to call for calm and restraint. Officials from Kano and Edo States have been engaging in discussions to prevent further escalation.<\/p>\n

The Chief of Defence Staff has also condemned the attack and vowed that justice will be served.<\/p>\n

Authorities continue to investigate both the killings and Dan-Taki\u2019s comments, with expectations that decisive action will be taken to prevent further unrest.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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