Armed bandits invade Kwara community, kill one resident
Armed Bandits Attack Kwara Community, One Killed, Family Members Abducted
LAFIAGI, Kwara State — Armed assailants attacked the Chekugi Community in the Lafiagi Emirate early Tuesday, resulting in the death of one resident and the abduction of several family members during a midnight raid.
According to sources close to the incident, the assailants struck around 2 a.m., targeting the home of a man identified as Yellow Kabari. Reports indicate that Kabari was killed during the attack, while several family members were taken hostage and transported to an undisclosed location.
The attack has left community members in shock, heightening fears regarding the escalating insecurity in the region. Residents are urging security agencies to strengthen measures to protect lives and property.
As of Tuesday afternoon, there has been no official statement from authorities concerning the incident or the whereabouts of the abducted individuals. Local residents continue to appeal for urgent action to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
In a related development, Nigerian military forces have apprehended a notorious bandit known as ‘Sule Yellow’ after he allegedly received ransom payments for kidnappings.
