Bandits have struck again in Kaduna State, killing two people and injuring six others in a night attack on Gidan Duma village, Ikara Local Government Area. The attack occurred around 12:35 am on Friday, with the gunmen breaking into the home of Yakubu Samaila, 37, and shooting repeatedly.
The injured were rushed to Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital in Zaria, while the two victims, Ibrahim Isah, 45, and Solomon Ishaya, were confirmed dead on arrival at the hospital. The injured include Irimiyah Samaila, Halilu Isah, Abel Markus, and Elkana Mohammed, among others.
Security forces have arrived at the scene and are stepping up efforts to track down the attackers. This latest attack highlights the ongoing insecurity in Kaduna State, with bandits continuing to target rural communities ¹.
