Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze

By: Zagazola Makama

A violent banditry attack occurred in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State on April 6, 2025, leaving one vigilante member dead and several vehicles destroyed. The attack was carried out by a large group of armed bandits, allegedly led by the notorious bandit kingpin “Ado Alero.”

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama they the bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, stormed the town around 11:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the death of one vigilante member who attempted to resist the attack.

In addition to the loss of life, the bandits set fire to nine golf motor vehicles parked in the town, causing significant damage.

The assailants withdrew from the area after encountering strong resistance, during which one of the bandits was reportedly shot and killed.

Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze

Bandit Attack in Kebbi Village Leaves 16 Dead

By Zagazola Makama

On April 6, 2025, a violent bandit attack occurred in the Tungan Taura and Tungan Ladan villages of Augie Local Government Area, Kebbi State as Armed men, suspected to be members of the notorious Lakurawa bandit group, raided the villages, rustling an unspecified number of cattle.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that In an attempt to stop the bandits, villagers and members of the local vigilante force confronted them, but the attackers opened fire indiscriminately.

Sixteen individuals were tragically shot dead during the ensuing gunfire exchange. The identities of the victims are still being confirmed. Their bodies have been taken to the General Hospital Argungu for autopsy.

The Nigerian troops were quickly deployed to the affected areas. Although the immediate threat has been quelled, security operations continue as investigations into the incident are underway.

Bandit Attack in Kebbi Village Leaves 16 Dead

Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed

By Zagazola Makama

A kidnapping attempt was foiled in the early hours of April 5, 2025, in Gidan Yan Ali, Kurba Village, Kankara Local Government Area, Katsina State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the armed bandits, believed to be part of a larger criminal gang, attacked the village around 2345hrs, setting fire to corn stalks and attempting to abduct women and animals.

Security forces were deployed to the scene to engage the bandits leading to a heavy gunfight
Although the team successfully repelled the assailants, the bandits shot and killed one Murtala Dayyabu Sidi, a 40-year-old male, before fleeing into nearby bushes.

Thanks to the prompt intervention of the security forces, the kidnapped women were rescued unharmed, and the stolen animals were recovered and returned to their rightful owners.

Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed