Monday, June 29, 2026
Suspected bandits have attacked Rafin Ciyawa village in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, killing two residents and abducting five others, including a pregnant woman.
The deadly attack occurred on Sunday night when heavily armed gunmen reportedly stormed the community, opening fire on residents and throwing the village into panic.
In addition to the two fatalities, four other residents sustained gunshot injuries during the attack. According to available information, two of the injured victims have been treated and discharged from the hospital, while the remaining two are still receiving medical care in Bauchi.
The abducted victims include four men and a pregnant woman. Their identities had not been officially released as of the time of filing this report.
Security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Bakatsine, who confirmed the incident on Monday, said local authorities have acknowledged the attack and assured residents that appropriate security measures are being taken to address the situation.
The latest attack adds to growing concerns over the worsening security situation in parts of northern Nigeria, where communities continue to face recurring attacks by armed groups despite ongoing security operations.
Authorities have yet to announce whether any arrests have been made or if efforts are underway to rescue the kidnapped victims.
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