At Least 35 Killed As Jihadists Attack Seven Villages In Kebbi State
Dozens of people have been killed and seven villages destroyed in Kebbi State after attacks by jihadist fighters, police reported Thursday. The raids, carried out by the Lakurawa group, struck villages in the Bui district of the Arewa northern region around 1:15 pm (1215 GMT) on Wednesday, according to Kebbi State police spokesman Bashir Usman. A security report seen by AFP indicated that more than 30 villagers were killed. Usman said, “Scores of people were killed as residents from Mamunu, Awasaka, Tungan Tsoho, Makangara, Kanzo, Gorun Naidal, and Dan Mai Ago mobilised to resist the attackers.” A resident of Kanzo said at least 35 people had died. “We were in our homes when we heard gunshots. People outside ran for shelter, and some were hit,” the resident said. Police confirmed that the attackers also stole cattle during the raids. Security forces, including police, soldiers, and local militias, were immediately deployed to the area to restore order.