By Our Correspondent
No fewer than 30 people have reportedly been killed following a deadly attack by suspected bandits on a rural community in Zamfara State, further highlighting the persistent insecurity in Nigeria’s North-West region.
The assailants, said to have arrived in large numbers on motorcycles, invaded Dutsin Dan Ajiya village in Anka Local Government Area late at night.
Witnesses said the gunmen strategically surrounded the community before opening fire, catching residents off guard and triggering widespread panic.
Survivors recounted that the attackers shot indiscriminately and forced many villagers to flee into nearby bushes for safety. Several homes were reportedly vandalized, and a number of residents were abducted during the raid. While more than 30 deaths have been confirmed by local sources, fears remain that the casualty figure could rise as search efforts continue.
Community leaders have strongly condemned the attack, describing it as devastating and calling for immediate reinforcement of security personnel in vulnerable rural areas. They stressed the urgent need for proactive measures to prevent further loss of lives.
Zamfara State has long battled recurring incidents of banditry, with armed groups frequently targeting remote communities for killings and kidnappings. The latest violence once again underscores the urgent demand for stronger security strategies and sustained government intervention to restore peace and stability in the region.
As residents mourn their loved ones, many displaced families are now seeking shelter and assistance, grappling with trauma and uncertainty in the wake of the tragedy.
