The Digest:
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that 33 people were killed in an attack on Bui District in Arewa Local Government Area following a deadly confrontation with suspected Lakurawa militants attempting to rustle cattle. Police spokesman Bashir Usman stated that residents from Mamunu, Awasaka, Tungan Tsoho, and other villages mobilised in response to the intrusion, leading to a fatal confrontation with the armed group. The attackers are believed to have crossed into the area from Gudu Local Government Area in neighbouring Sokoto State. The Police Command has deployed additional personnel and operational assets in collaboration with the military and other security agencies. Authorities expressed deep regret over the loss of lives, extended condolences to bereaved families, and urged residents to report suspicious movements through official channels rather than engage directly.
Key Points:
- The death toll of 33 highlights the deadly consequences of community self-defence against armed groups.
- It underscores the security vacuum that forces residents to confront heavily armed militants.
- Victims' families mourn, while security forces intensify operations to prevent further attacks.
- This signals the expanding reach of the Lakurawa militants into Kebbi from Sokoto.
- The timing, with ongoing operations, aims to restore stability.
Sources: Channels Television, Kebbi State Police Command
