Crime
Zamfara Bandit Attack Kills Travellers in Deadly Ambush
Travellers killed in deadly Zamfara bandit ambush along Gusau–Magami highway, leaving several dead and injured in a deadly armed ambush
Several travellers have been killed and others injured following a violent attack by armed bandits along the Gusau–Magami highway in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Bandit attack in Zamfara kills travellers incident was confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Councillor representing Magami Ward, Hon. Shehu Musa, who described the assault as brutal and unprovoked.
According to the statement, the victims were travelling from Gusau to Magami when armed men ambushed their convoy and opened fire, causing multiple casualties and widespread panic.
The councillor expressed condolences to the families of those affected, noting that both the deceased and injured had suffered a tragic loss during the attack. However, he did not disclose the exact number of victims.
The Zamfara bandit attack kills travellers tragedy adds to a growing list of security incidents in the region, where armed groups have continued to target highways and rural communities.
Residents of Magami Ward have called on authorities to strengthen security presence along major roads, urging the government and security agencies to take urgent action against recurring attacks.
The councillor also appealed for prayers and unity among residents, calling for sustained efforts to restore lasting peace to Zamfara State and other affected parts of the country.
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Security concerns remain high in the region as communities continue to grapple with frequent bandit attacks and disrupted transportation routes.
Police dismiss officers Anthony Obodo case has been confirmed as the Rivers State Police Command dismissed three of its officers linked to the killing of a 22-year-old University of Port Harcourt graduate, Anthony Obodo.
The State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, disclosed this on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, while parading the three officers before journalists in Port Harcourt.
According to the command, the officers were linked to the incident that occurred last Thursday along Ada George in Port Harcourt, where Obodo was shot dead.
A member of the team, an inspector who fled after the shooting, has been declared a deserter.
CP Adepoju stated that the three arrested officers were subjected to an orderly room trial. Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of their culpability, they have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court.
“I am here to provide updates on some serious incidents recently recorded in the state, including the investigation into the death of one Anthony A. Obodo… Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of the culpability of the officers involved… the officers being paraded today have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court,” Adepoju said.
The commissioner noted that he understood the concerns of Obodo’s family and members of the public, adding that the Command has taken appropriate disciplinary action against the police personnel involved.
Obodo, a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt who was reportedly awaiting his NYSC call-up letter, was shot during a police pursuit.
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