At Least 9 Killed, Several Abducted in Deadly Bandit Attack in Nigeria

At least nine people were killed and over 100 abducted, including women and children, in a violent bandit attack in Nigeria’s Zamfara state, the epicenter of such assaults in the northwest. The attack occurred in Talata Mafara district, where gunmen raided homes and abducted residents. Victims included members of a local vigilante group. Fear has gripped the community, with many fleeing and avoiding farms. The attackers reportedly held the town for two hours. Bandit violence in the region stems from land disputes and is now driven by arms trafficking. Authorities continue to rely on vigilantes to support the military response.