Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Abare community in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State was thrown into mourning yesterday evening following a violent bandit attack that left two residents dead and a motorcycle stolen.
Eyewitnesses said the assailants struck swiftly, targeting residents in their homes and moving through the community before fleeing. The attack underscores the ongoing insecurity in parts of Zamfara, where banditry continues to threaten lives, property, and local economic activities.
Security experts warn that recurring attacks in vulnerable communities reveal persistent gaps in Nigeria’s security and policy frameworks. Questions are being raised over the adequacy of protection for rural settlements and accountability mechanisms for preventing such incidents.
Community members and civil society groups are calling for urgent intervention from state and federal authorities to safeguard residents, improve intelligence gathering, and implement proactive measures to curb banditry.
As the region reels from yet another violent episode, authorities have been urged to strengthen law enforcement presence, close security loopholes, and hold perpetrators accountable to restore confidence and ensure the safety of vulnerable communities.
Another night of terror in Abare, Zamfara! Two residents killed and a motorcycle stolen in a bandit raid. When will these attacks end, and who will step up to protect our communities?
Stone Reporters observed that the recurring violence exposes critical security gaps in the country. Immediate action, accountability, and stronger protection measures are urgently needed to safeguard lives and restore peace in vulnerable areas.
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