Bandits on Saturday launched a deadly attack on Kanya village in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing one resident and abducting several others, including the district head, Alhaji Isa Daya.
A source from the village confirmed that the gunmen stormed the community in the early hours of the day, leaving a trail of fear and devastation.
“They abducted the district head along with about 10 other villagers. Three people sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the hospital,” the source disclosed.
The Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Abubakar, also confirmed the incident.
He identified the deceased as Sherrif Almu.
According to Abubakar, a combined security team has been mobilised and is currently on the trail of the assailants in a bid to rescue the abducted persons, including the traditional ruler.
“The state government has provided necessary logistics to tackle banditry, particularly in Kebbi South and the Zuru Emirate,” he added.
