Armed bandits ambushed and killed three Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) personnel in Kebbi State over the weekend, heightening tension in Nigeria. The terrorists attacked the operatives while they were on official duty along the Tsamiya–Illo road in the Bagudo local government area.
Victims Identified
The deceased were identified as DCRMA Umar Aliyu, SRMA Ezra Manu Gona, and RMA I Mansur Ibrahim Nasir. According to a local source who spoke to Daily Trust, the bandits numbered around 20. The source stated that the bandits chased the FRSC personnel on motorcycles and killed them before they could escape into the bush. This marks the fifth attack on security operatives in the area.
Emergency Security Meeting
Governor Nasir Idris convened an emergency security meeting at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi following the spate of bandit attacks. The meeting aimed to strengthen coordinated efforts to address emerging security challenges. The governor warned that his administration would not tolerate informants and that anyone found culpable would face the full weight of the law.
FRSC Statement Pending
The FRSC command in the state has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident as of the time of filing this report.
Related Incidents
In a separate attack, armed bandits on about 150 motorcycles stormed the Dangulbi community in Sokoto state, killing 17 people, including seven Sallah visitors. The attackers looted shops, abducted residents, and forced villagers to flee into nearby forests. Locals have appealed to federal and state governments for urgent intervention, warning that continued insecurity threatens farming and daily life.
Additionally, five people were confirmed dead in a Gwan-Ajang attack where gunmen opened fire during a social event. The Plateau State Police Command mobilized to restore calm and track down the attackers. Conflicting accounts arose over casualties, with a local youth group reporting seven fatalities.
