Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - Bandits have attacked Lanta, Tunga and Bagna communities in Erena Ward, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving four peopled d3ad and several others injured.
The attack reportedly began around 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
April 7, 2026 in Bagna, the hometown of former Niger State Commissioner for
Internal Security, Emmanuel Umar, before spreading to neighbouring
villages.
A source in Bagna told Daily Trust that while casualties
were believed to be high, the exact number had yet to be confirmed as the
situation remained tense.
According to the source, the assailants, who arrived in
large numbers on motorcycles, operated unchallenged for several hours.
"So far, we have recovered three bodies. Many others
sustained injuries of varying degrees. Many people have fled to Erena town, the
only nearby community considered relatively safe. We are calling on the
government to come to our rescue,” the source said.
The Niger State Commissioner for Homeland Security,
Barrister Maurice Bello Magaji, confirmed the incident to the publication.
"Yes, the state has received credible information and
is working with security forces,” he said.
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