Bandits Abduct 9, Injure 1 In Sokoto

Armed bandits on Tuesday night stormed Tarah community in Sabon-Birni local government area of Sokoto State abducting nine residents and injuring one person with a gunshot wound to the arm.

The abductions and killings of residents in the northern axis of Sokoto State have become a recurring pattern in the area.

The attack occurred just days after members of Tarah’s vigilante group were redeployed to Katsira, leaving the community exposed at a critical moment.

Local sources said community youth mobilised quickly to confront the attackers, preventing what could have been a far deadlier outcome.

This recent attacks underscore the urgent need for coordinated action to protect vulnerable communities.

The incident has reignited concerns over mass abductions and killings in the state, particularly as residents continue to face threats despite ongoing security operations.

When contacted, Sokoto Police Command PRO, DSP Ahmad Rufai said, the DPO concerned is yet to brief the police headquarters.

He however, assured that as soon as he gets details of the attack, he will release appropriate information to the press.