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Gunmen attack Yankamaye community in Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State, killing three residents and injuring several others.
Gunmen on Monday night attacked Yankamaye community in Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State, killing three residents and forcing many villagers to flee their homes.
Residents said the attackers stormed the community late at night, shooting sporadically and causing widespread panic across the area.
Lawmaker Confirms Casualties
The Member of the House of Representatives representing Ghari and Tsanyawa Federal Constituency, Sani Bala, confirmed the incident in a statement shared online.
He called for urgent intervention from security agencies to prevent further loss of lives and property.
Residents Recount Ordeal
A resident, Saifullahi Sulaiman Sorodaya, said the attack occurred suddenly, leaving residents with no option but to run for safety.
Another resident, Madahuru Isah Ibrahim, disclosed that several persons sustained injuries during the assault and were taken to hospital for treatment.
Calls For Security Reinforcement
Following the incident, residents of Yankamaye and neighbouring communities appealed to security agencies to increase surveillance and deploy additional personnel to prevent further attacks.
As of press time, authorities had yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.
