Police confirm Lakurawa attack on Sokoto community

Two individuals, comprising a local vigilante and a farmer, lost their lives during a violent attack by suspected Lakurawa terrorists on Ungushi village in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The assault unfolded on a Sunday afternoon, as reported by local residents. The terrorists infiltrated the community, unleashing a barrage of gunfire, which subsequently ignited a prolonged gun battle between the assailants and a group of vigilant community members.

This intense confrontation persisted for more than an hour, as confirmed by a security guard who requested anonymity for speaking with our reporter. Upon receiving information about the attack, security forces were dispatched to the scene, but by the time they arrived, the terrorists had already escaped the area. According to the eyewitness, two victims, including the farmer and the vigilante, met their demise in the crossfire, while a third resident sustained gunshot injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

There were unsubstantiated reports suggesting that three of the terrorists were killed during the intense shootout with the vigilant community members; however, these claims could not be independently verified. It is believed that the attackers fled the scene upon learning that security personnel were en route. The incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by armed groups like Lakurawa and other insurgent entities operating along the borders of Sokoto State.

The spokesman for the Sokoto State Police Command, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, confirmed the occurrence of the attack, but stated that additional details would be provided by the Divisional Police Officer responsible for the area.