Six killed and two missing after bandit attack in Niger community
Residents of Wawa community in Niger State are mourning after suspected bandits killed six villagers and left two others missing. The attack, confirmed by the Niger State Police Command, has caused fear and trauma among locals. Wasiu Abiodun, the police spokesman, said efforts are ongoing to find the missing individuals. The incident is part of a series of violent attacks in the Borgu Local Government Area.
What happened
- Six villagers were killed in Wawa community, Borgu Local Government Area, during an attack by suspected bandits.
- The victims include Bokobe, Luku, Bahgado Bohboh, Naziru Kidebe, Abdulrahman Kidebe (also known as Ogede), and Bashiru Dahtobeh.
- Deshi and one other person remain missing after the attack, with security operatives intensifying search efforts.
- The attack has caused significant fear and trauma among residents, leading to calls for government intervention.
- Previous attacks in the area have resulted in more deaths, abductions, and destruction of property, forcing many to flee their homes.
