Bandit attack leaves three dead in Sokoto community
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed that a police officer and two civilians were killed during an attack by Lakurawa militants on Girkau community in Kebbe Local Government Area. The assailants also set fire to two security vehicles and rustled an unspecified number of cattle. According to police spokesman Ahmed Rufai, officers responded quickly and repelled the attackers, though one officer died in the exchange. Residents say the incident has left the community fearful and calling for increased security.
What we know
- Ahmed Rufai confirmed that a police officer, Hussaini Manyu, and two civilians, Bala Wakili and a young herder, were killed during the attack.
- The attackers set ablaze two security vehicles belonging to the Nigeria Police Force and the Sokoto State Community Guard Corps.
- Several people were injured, including a farmer who sustained gunshot wounds and is receiving medical treatment.
- Residents reported that the attackers fired indiscriminately and assaulted a married woman during the invasion.
- Community members have appealed to the Federal and Sokoto State Governments to strengthen security in Kebbe and surrounding areas.
