Violent killings and kidnappings in the country’s north have affected food production, disrupted local markets, causing farmers to flee their farms.
The police spokesman, Abubakar Aliyu, told journalists in Katsina about the attack on Thursday.
“We have been displaced and suffering here in Bagaji-Odo due to lack of food and a conducive place to stay.”
“I am assuring the citizens that the perpetrators of the dastardly act will be brought to justice soon.”
Bright Edafe, Police spokesman in Delta, confirmed the incident.
The commissioner of police, Usaini Gumel, made the call on Monday.
He said this would make them accountable for any misconduct.
The Kaduna State Security Council has warned against the blockage of public roads and harassment of residents by protesters.
Hunters in Kebbi have neutralised one suspected bandit and recovered 74 stolen cows being herded into the Niger Republic.
One of the victims, who craved anonymity, told journalists that kidnappers threw them into snake-infested spots.
