Lakurawa terrorists struck eight villages in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Wednesday, killing 35 people in coordinated attacks.
The villages hit include Masama, Mamunu, Kamzo, Awashaka, Tungar Bature, Dan Mai Rago, Tungar Tsoho, and Gorin Dena, all within the local government area.
A resident of Kanzo told AFP that at least 35 people died in the raids.
“We were in our homes when we heard gunshots. People outside began running into their shelters, but some were hit by bullets,” the resident said.
Another local, Aminu Garba, told Daily Trust that the attacks have left the communities devastated, with many families fleeing for safety.
“Many people have run out of the communities where the Lakurawa carried out the attack on Wednesday. We are afraid because we know what they are capable of doing next. We never expected this terrible attack. I am sure nobody expected they would strike these communities in such a heartless manner,” he said.
Garba added that even though security forces have been deployed, those who fled have not returned because fear still lingers.
A farmer, Umar Mai Gaskiya, said the attackers shot randomly when they invaded his village.
“I was lucky to escape. It was a morning attack. I heard repeated gunshots from different directions. I immediately realised we were under attack and ran into the bush. I was fortunate that none of my family members was in the village when the incident occurred,” he said.
