​A tragic incident occurred on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Matuak Giwa, Bondon District, Moro’a Chiefdom, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where a lightning strike killed a young herder and 12 cows. ​

The Village Head of Matuak Giwa, Simon Ayuba, reported that the herder was seeking shelter from the rain with his cattle when the lightning struck, resulting in their immediate deaths.

Mallam Tanko Isiyaka, the Ardo of Bondon District, confirmed that the deceased herder was from Bauchi State. He expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called for prayers and support for the bereaved family. The herder was laid to rest according to Islamic rites. ​

This unfortunate event has left the local community in shock and mourning