Bandits raided Kaura-Namoda in Zamfara State, Nigeria, abducting at least 20 residents and killing four women who resisted. The attack occurred around 2 a.m. on Saturday, with the bandits shooting sporadically as they raided homes. According to Abdullahi Mohammed, an escapee, the bandits arrived on motorcycles, fully armed, and took 24 people. This incident follows a warning from lawmaker Aminu Sani, who alerted that bandits had taken over his constituency.
This recent attack is part of the ongoing Nigerian bandit conflict, which has seen numerous kidnappings and attacks in Zamfara State and beyond. In 2021, a notable incident occurred in Jangebe, Zamfara State, where 279 female students were abducted from a boarding school. The students were later released after negotiations.¹ ²
Recent Incidents in the Region:
– Kaura-Namoda Abduction: At least 20 residents abducted, four women killed
– Kebbi Attack: 10 farmers killed, three injured
Background:
– Zamfara State has experienced recurring bandit attacks and kidnappings
– The Nigerian government has faced challenges in addressing the security situation in the region
– Previous incidents, like the Jangebe kidnapping, have drawn international attention and condemnation
