Five killed, three injured in Sokoto bandit attack — Police

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

Daily Post Nigeria provided additional details, stating that the attack occurred in Girkau community. They reported that four people were injured and a large number of cattle were rustled. The attackers also killed one person in Dukura and another in Jabga, both in Girkau Ward.

The incidents have heightened concerns over the security situation in Kebbe LGA amid renewed bandit activities in the area.

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