Armed bandits in Gora community in the Maradun local government area of Zamfara State, have killed six farmers, kidnapped some residents who sustained various degrees of injuries.

It was learnt that the terrorists unleashed a terror attack on the village of Gora area of Zamfara State when the security operatives were not around to salvage the situation.

However, troops of Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma, Sector 2, in collaboration with local security outfits, responded to a bandit attack on Gora community

Reliable sources explained that the military troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB), Faru received information on June 12th, 2026, that terrorists were attacking community members in their farmlands at the Gora village.

As the distress calls were received, the troops immediately mobilised to the scene in collaboration with local vigilante groups. But then, the bandits have fled into the forest, before the arrival of the troops”, the sources added.

It was gathered that six farmers were killed during the attack, while 10 others sustained various degrees of injuries.

It was also gathered that some residents of the area were also reportedly abducted by the bandits, although authorities said the exact figure is yet to be confirmed.

Following the incident, troops intensified patrols and domination operations across the area to prevent further attacks and reassure residents.

Security sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing bandits and secure the safe return of those abducted, while maintaining stability in the affected communities.

The recent attack on farmers in Gora community, Sokoto State, highlights the continuing threat banditry poses to rural livelihoods and food security in Nigeria’s North-West.

Although the bandits escaped, the rapid response demonstrated the military’s commitment to protecting vulnerable communities. (The Guardian)