Following a deadly attack on the Fesken Rafi community in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State by suspected bandits, at least 20 people have died.
The town is now in mourning after the incident, which reportedly happened earlier this week. Families are still searching for missing relatives, while residents continue to grapple with the scale of the tragedy.
Meanwhile, local authorities confirmed the death toll during official engagements after the attack, as concerns over persistent insecurity in the region continued to grow.
In response, the Kebbi State Government condoled with the affected families and the wider community, expressing sadness over the killings.
Umar Tafida, the state’s deputy governor, led a government group to Fesken Rafi on Saturday as part of a condolence visit. He reassured the locals that efforts were being stepped up to address the security issues.
During the visit, he said, “We share in your grief and remain committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Kebbi State.”
Meanwhile, local government officials also confirmed the attack and the casualty figures, including Sani Tela and Nuradeen Kangiwa.
They commended the state government’s response while calling for sustained security interventions in the area.
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