Gunmen Kill El-Rufai's Campaign Coordinator

A local campaign coordinator of Kaduna state governor-elect, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, Markus Ishaya, was yesterday murdered by unknown by gunmen at his Atuku Kasa, Atuku Ward of Jema’a local government area of the state. As stated by El-Rufai's spokesperson, Samuel Aruwan, who disclosed this to newsmen in Kaduna, Ishaya was shot several times. Aruwa disclosed that, until his untimely death, Ishaya was the Governor-elect’s coordinator in Atuku Ward and was reported to have done very well in mobilizing support for All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Aruwan said: “His family informed us that unknown gunmen stormed his residence and shot him several times. “The men, two in number were well armed and did not pick any property in his residence except carrying out the ungodly act. “The Police have confirmed the incident and have also visited the scene of the crime and have commenced investigation. “While we appreciate their prompt action, our expectation is that the security agencies will fully investigate this killing and prosecute the perpetrators. Security agencies must adequately protect all Nigerians irrespective of their status and standing.” Meanwhile, Governor-elect Malam El-Rufai has prayed for the soul of the deceased. “Our empathy and prayers go to the family of Mr. Markus Ishaya and the entire community over this callous murder and desecration of human life. “May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and give his family and friends the fortitude to bear this painful loss," he stated.