The Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU) has vowed to defend themselves against attacks by armed bandits and kidnappers, following the worsening security challenges in the state, which affects a greater part of the area.

Family members of 58 victims, who were abducted in Kaduna, have expressed concern over the N100 million ransom being demanded by their kidnappers before they can be released.

Southern Kaduna people have cried out over fresh attack on their communities by armed bandits and kidnappers while calling on government and security operatives to come to their rescue.

The people of Southern Kaduna, under the umbrella of Southern Kaduna People’s Union (SOKAPU), yesterday, renewed their commitment to work with other parts of the country to restructure the nation for progressive growth and development.

The leadership of Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU) has blamed the state government for the alleged poor security situation that led to the killing of four people in a recent attack by gunmen on some communities in the area.