Buhari Convoy Attacked In Katsina

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Late Tuesday night, Gunmen opened fire on the convoy of President Muhammadu Buhari in Katsina State.

According to Presidential Spokesman, Garba Shehu, President Muhammad Buhari was not in the convoy at the time of the attack.

Those involved were the security operatives and advance team heading for Daura, Buhari’s hometown, ahead of Sallah.

They were attacked near Dutsinma in Katsina.

He said the attack was repelled by “gallant presidential guards”.

“The Presidency has described as sad and unwelcome, the shooting incident near Dutsinma, Katsina State, at the convoy of cars carrying the Advance Team of security guards, protocol and media officers ahead of the President, Muhammadu Buhari’s trip to Daura for Sallah.”

“The attackers opened fire on the convoy from ambush positions but were repelled by the military, police, and DSS personnel accompanying the convoy.

“Two persons in the convoy are receiving treatment for the minor injuries they suffered. All the other personnel, staff, and vehicles made it safely to Daura,” Shehu said in a statement.