Four farmers killed and 12 abducted in Sokoto community attack
Four farmers have been killed and at least 12 others abducted during a violent attack by suspected bandits in Ghandi District, Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The incident occurred while the victims were working on farmlands on the outskirts of the community. Residents described living in constant fear due to ongoing insecurity in the region. Security agencies have not yet released an official statement regarding the attack or rescue efforts.
What happened
- Suspected bandits attacked farmers working on the outskirts of Ghandi District, killing four and abducting at least 12 others.
- A resident, Malam Ibrahim Umar Ghandi, said the attack occurred near his farmland, which he had stopped cultivating because of security threats.
- Another resident, Muhammed Sani, mentioned conflicting accounts about the time of the attack, with some believing it happened earlier than initially reported.
- A member of the Sokoto State Community Guard Corps confirmed the casualties and abductions, stating one person is receiving hospital treatment.
- The Sokoto State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, said he was not yet aware of the incident and would seek further details.
