Bandits kill two, rustle livestock in Sokoto community

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Bandits have attacked Dukura community in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing two people and rustling livestock and motorcycles belonging to residents.

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The incident occurred on Monday morning when the bandits reportedly blocked the road linking the affected communities to Tambuwal market.

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The attackers were said to have taken away cows, camels, sheep and motorcycles belonging to some commercial motorcycle operators before security personnel arrived.

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The attack also reportedly heightened tension in Dukura, Dalijan and other communities in Girkau Ward, including Zugu, Indire, Mazoji, Tungar Kabawa, Runtuwa, Jabga and Sabon Garin Zugu.

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Confirming the incident, the Sokoto State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmed Rufai, said the police received information about the attack and moved to the area.

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Rufai said the police engaged the bandits in a gun battle, forcing them to retreat.

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He, however, said the attackers had killed two people before the arrival of the police.

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“Immediately we got the information, our men moved to the area and engaged the bandits in gunshots, forcing them to retreat.

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“Unfortunately, before the arrival of the police, the bandits had already killed two people and made away with some animals,” he said.

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The police spokesman said efforts were ongoing to ascertain further details about the incident and strengthen security in the affected communities.

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Recall that no fewer than 10 people were killed and several others were injured after suspected bandits attacked Tofa community in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State.n

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Local sources told our correspondent that between 38 and 40 residents were taken away by the attackers.

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