Five killed, three injured in Sokoto bandit attack — Police

Five people were killed and three injured in a bandit attack on communities in Kebbe LGA, Sokoto State. According to the Punch, the police confirmed the incident, which also involved abductions and cattle rustling.

The Daily Post Nigeria reported that the attack occurred in Girkau community, with five residents killed and four others injured, although it is not clear if the casualty numbers overlap with those reported by the Punch. The Daily Post also mentioned that a large number of cattle were rustled and a vigilante was abducted.

The attacks happened in several locations, including Girkau, Dukura, and Jabga, all in Girkau Ward. The Daily Post Nigeria previously reported that suspected bandits had demanded a 40 million Naira levy from residents of Kebbe town.

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