Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Mashegu, Niger State — Reports indicate that a bandit attack occurred yesterday along the Tungar Gero–Makera highway in Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State. According to eyewitnesses and local sources, the attackers targeted travellers on the route, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Several individuals were also reportedly abducted during the raid, and two vehicles were destroyed.
The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Niger State, where banditry along rural highways continues to threaten commuters, disrupt transportation, and endanger lives. Authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding the attack, and details about the exact number of casualties or the condition of those abducted remain unverified.
Security experts note that attacks of this nature are part of a broader pattern of violence affecting the North-Central region of Nigeria, where armed groups frequently target travellers and remote communities, often overwhelming local law enforcement. Residents have expressed growing concern over the safety of travel along these highways, urging increased patrols and security measures to prevent future attacks.
The Niger State government and security agencies are expected to investigate the incident and provide updates on rescue efforts, the status of abducted individuals, and measures to restore safety along the affected route.
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