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KebbiMassacre2026 as suspected Lakurawa militants kill at least 34 people in coordinated assaults across multiple communities in Arewa LGA, Kebbi State.
At least 34 people were reportedly killed on Wednesday in a series of coordinated attacks by suspected Lakurawa militants across several communities in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The assaults, which lasted from morning through the afternoon, targeted multiple villages, leaving families devastated and forcing residents to flee for safety.
Security analyst Bakastine described the incident as “one of the deadliest single-day attacks in recent months” in the area.
Villages and Casualties
According to reports, the hardest-hit community was Mamunu, where 16 people were killed.
Other affected areas include:
- Awashaka: 5 youths killed
- Masama: 3 residents killed
- Gorin Dena: 2 killed
- Kamzo: 2 killed
- Dan Mai Rago: 2 killed
- Tungar Bature: 2 killed
- Tungar Tsoho: 2 killed
By nightfall, residents across the Kangiwa axis remained gripped by fear, amid concerns of further attacks.
Calls for Urgent Government Action
Bakastine warned that the incident underscores the worsening security situation in Kebbi North Senatorial District, urging local and state authorities to take immediate and decisive action.
