Bandits reportedly raided Karaga and Rumace communities in Bassa Ward, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.
A report by Naija News said that at least two farmers were killed while an unspecified number of residents were kidnapped during the attacks.
A resident, Mustapha Bassa, who spoke with Daily Trust, said the attack started around 9pm on Friday and lasted hours, with several houses, motorcycles, and food banks set ablaze.
He said, “The bandits in their numbers rode on motorcycles carrying 3 people and fired shots as they moved into the communities. He said motorcycles, houses and food banks were set ablaze during the attack.”
As of the time of filing this report, the Niger State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, is yet to issue a statement on the incident.
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