Suspected Lakurawa terrorists kill 13, burn 7 villages in Kebbi reprisal attack

In what appears to be a retaliatory strike, suspected terrorists launched a violent attack on Birnin Dede village in Kebbi State on Sunday, killing 13 people and setting seven villages ablaze.

According to a local resident, Malam Umar, the assailants targeted communities in the Arewa Local Government Area, allegedly avenging the recent killing of their leader, Maigemu, by a joint security task force. The attack has left residents in fear, with many fleeing their homes for safety.

“The terrorists burned down several villages, sparing only one that was protected by soldiers. We seek protection from Allah against this dreaded group,” Malam Umar said via telephone.

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The attack follows a security operation led by the Kebbi State Government, during which Maigemu, a notorious terrorist kingpin, was eliminated. The operation was backed by Governor Nasir Idris as part of efforts to curb violent activities in the state.

However, attempts to get a response from the Kebbi State Police Command were unsuccessful, as its spokesperson, SP Nafiu Abubakar, did not respond to calls or text messages requesting further details.