Stray bullet hits journalist at Kano Govt. House
A journalist with Abubakar Rimi Television (ARTV), Naziru Idris Ya’u, was struck by a stray bullet inside the Kano State Government House.
The incident occurred around 6:30 pm on Friday, during the observance of World Press Freedom Day. Ya’u, who was immediately rushed to the Government House clinic, sustained injuries from the bullet, the source of which remains unknown.
Medical personnel at the clinic remarked that the bullet was not fired at close range, which contributed to Ya’u’s fortunate recovery after treatment. Following the incident, police personnel stationed at the Government House have initiated a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the event.
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Despite the absence of an official statement from Kano Government House, speculation and unease among the press community have arisen.
Efforts to contact the governor’s spokesperson for clarification were unsuccessful.
