Bandits kills 9 in sokoto communities attacks

Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the death of nine people in bandits attacks on three villages in Sabon Birni local government area.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sanusi, told newsmen that the nine deaths are from separate attacks which took place on November 15, 16, and 17, 2021.

Sanusi said the first attack occurred at Garin Zago in Sabon Birni Local Government Area that resulted in the death of three persons while three others were kidnapped.

He said another attack was on a vehicle in Gaji village, however, no casualties were recorded.

The police spokesman said another attack took place at Sangirawa village where six persons were killed and many others injured by the gang of bandits.

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Based on investigations on the attacks, Sanusi said a total of nine persons died, which contradicts the figures being circulated.