Police confirm suspected Lakurawa attack in Sokoto community

The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed an attack by suspected Lakurawa fighters on Ungushi community in Kebbe Local Government Area, saying the incident occurred on Sunday morning. Police spokesman DSP Ahmed Rufai said the attack had been reported by the divisional police officer in the area. However, he said the command was still awaiting further details when he spoke to journalists.

“The incident has been reported by the DPO in the area. We are still awaiting details of the incident as of the time of filing this report,” Rufai said. Residents gave a preliminary account of the confrontation, saying the attackers surrounded the community and opened fire on residents.

They said community vigilantes responded, leading to a gun battle. According to the residents, three suspected attackers were killed during the exchange of fire. They also reported that two residents, identified as Ali Kaurar Yaku Marshall and Lukman Bawa, a welder, died in the attack.

A vigilante, Mustapha Auwalu, was reportedly shot in the right leg. Residents said he was taken to the General Hospital, where medical personnel removed the bullet. The reported attack has increased concern among residents, who appealed for urgent government intervention and a stronger security presence.

They called on security agencies to intensify patrols and protect communities in the area from further attacks by armed groups. Police had not released additional details in the supplied account.