Gunmen Kill Expatriate, Two Others In Kebbi Attack
Police said suspected Lakurawa attackers killed two security operatives and an expatriate, and injured two civilians at a road project site.
- On Monday, suspected Lakurawa gunmen killed an expatriate and two security operatives at a construction site along the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway in Maiyama Local Government Area, Kebbi State. Two civilians sustained gunshot injuries.
- According to Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer Superintendent Bashir Usman, attackers allegedly encroached from the Kebbe axis of neighbouring Sokoto State. Police teams repelled a separate attack by the same group along the Birnin Malam axis that day.
- Military personnel responded to the incident, neutralizing scores of attackers and recovering several motorcycles. Joint security forces deployed tactical teams to strengthen protection and prevent further incursions.
- During a condolence visit on Tuesday, Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris donated N116m to victims' families and community members. Construction activities at the site remain suspended while security agencies intensify surveillance.
- Security agencies have intensified surveillance and deployed additional tactical teams across the region to prevent future attacks. The PPRO reaffirmed the administration's commitment to safeguarding lives and property for communities affected by the violence.
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