Armed bandits stormed the Kwanar Na Uwa community in Tofa District, Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, on Saturday night, abducting at least 25 females, including married women and young girls. The attackers invaded the community under the cover of darkness, targeting households and taking only females in what has been described as a grave case of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) with a high risk of sexual abuse.
Details of the Attack
- *Date:* Saturday, July 19, 2025
- *Location:* Kwanar Na Uwa, Tofa District, Bungudu Local Government Area, Zamfara State
- *Number of Abductees:* At least 25 females, including married women and young girls
- *Attackers:* Armed bandits
Security Situation in Zamfara
This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence and kidnappings in Zamfara State, where bandits have been wreaking havoc in recent years, kidnapping thousands and killing hundreds. Traveling by road has become perilous, and many residents live in fear of attacks ¹ ².
Previous Attacks
In a similar incident last week, bandits attacked a village in Zamfara, killing at least nine people and abducting over 100, including women and children. The attackers laid siege to the town for nearly two hours, forcing thousands to flee ² ³.
Response to the Incident
The Zamfara police have not yet issued a statement regarding the incident. Residents are calling for increased security measures the area to protect residents from further attacks. The community is also urging the government to deploy more military and security personnel to the axis to engage the terrorists ⁴.
This recent attack highlights the ongoing security challenges in Zamfara State and the need for effective measures to protect civilians and prevent further abductions.
