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Fifteen victims of a tragic attack by a new terror group, Lakurawa on Mera village, in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State, North-West Nigeria have been given mass burial.
The funeral prayer was attended by Deputy Governor, Umar Tafida, Commissioner of Police who led other security chiefs, and Emir of Argungu HRH Isma’ila Mera.
Tafida offered condolences and support to the bereaved families saying that the State Governor stands with them and will work closely with security agencies to prevent further incidents.
The Emir of Argungu on his part urged unity and resilience. He called on security agencies to intensify efforts to ensure community safety.
The funeral prayer included prayers for peace and for the repose of the souls of the departed, with a commitment to strengthen regional security and stability.
The government further reassured citizens of ongoing efforts to protect lives and prevent future tragedies.
The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has declared nine persons wanted for terrorism and violent extremism in the North-East.
In other news, the spokesman of DHQ, Maj-Gen Edward Buba, disclosed this during a press briefing at the Defence Headquarters Abuja.
Buba identified those wanted to include: Abu Khadijah, Abur Rahman, Dadi Gumba, Abu Yusuf, Musa Wa’a, Usman Kanin Shehu, Ibrahim Suyeka, Ba Sulhu, and Idris Taklakse.
He said the wanted persons are from the North-East region.
In other news, suspected gunmen have allegedly killed 10 persons in Wayam community of Sabon-Gari District in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State.
The Eastern Updates learnt that the incident occurred on Tuesday in the early hours of the morning.
The bandits reportedly stormed the community on motorcycles in their numbers shooting sporadically which created panic and pandemonium.
