Security forces have repelled an attack by armed bandits in the vicinity of the Kaduna International Airport.
Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan made this known in a statement.
The statement says troops stationed within and around the airport responded and repelled the attackers.
It explains that the bandits unfortunately shot and killed a staff member stationed at the perimeter fence who raised alarm on sighting them.
According to the statement, airport operations have resumed with scheduled flights departing after the incident while security forces are conducting operations in the airport general area.
Governor Nasir El-Rufa’i who commended the security forces for their prompt response to the attack, and for repelling the attackers, however expressed sadness at the report of the casualty, and sent condolences to the family of the victim, while offering prayers for the repose of his soul.