Nearly 200 people have been killed in a devastating attack by bandits in Tadurga Ward of Zuru Local Government Area, Kebbi State. The attack, which occurred on Monday night when residents had retired to their homes, was carried out by over 50 armed bandits.
Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, confirmed the incident on Wednesday through a statement issued by his media aide, Mohammed Bello Doka. Malami described the attack as "grievous and barbaric."
"The tragic loss of nearly 200 innocent lives is a painful scar on our collective conscience and a stark reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive security and development across our communities," Malami stated.
Call for Immediate Government Action
The former Attorney General extended condolences to the victims' families and called for swift action from both the Kebbi State Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria.
"This attack is not just a tragedy for Zuru or Kebbi State; it is a national catastrophe that demands swift and decisive action," he emphasized. Malami highlighted that Zuru and surrounding local governments—Dankowasagu, Fakai, Sakaba, and Zuru—urgently need attention.
He expressed concern that in 2025, these regions still suffer from lack of motorable roads, inadequate hospitals, poorly equipped schools, and a fragile security structure.
"We condemn this act of terror in the strongest terms and call on both the Kebbi State Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria to immediately ramp up efforts to defend and protect our people," Malami stated.
He reminded authorities that "the primary responsibility of government is the security and welfare of its citizens, and that duty must not be neglected."
This attack represents one of the deadliest incidents in the region in recent years, highlighting the ongoing security challenges facing communities in northwestern Nigeria.
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