Terrorists kill police officer and 11 civilians in Kebbi
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Punch
Suspected Lakurawa fighters killed a police inspector and 11 civilians in an attack on two villages in Kebbi State, Nigeria. The attackers also set houses on fire and looted shops, while security forces launched a manhunt, according to Kebbi police.
Suspected Mamudawa assailants killed a police inspector and 11 civilians during attacks on Wednesday in the villages of Wawilaiyi and Kystu, in Koko/Besse Local Government Area, Kebbi State, Nigeria. State police spokesperson Bashir Usman confirmed the incident to Punch on Thursday.
The inspector was killed in an exchange of fire with the assailants. His identity had not yet been established, Usman said, adding that investigations were continuing. The assailants reportedly set houses on fire and looted food supplies from shops, prompting residents to flee.
Police and other security services have cordoned off the affected areas and launched an operation to find those responsible, according to the spokesperson. Reinforcements have also been deployed to protect local communities.
