Atiku mourns victims of Niger bandit attack

News Atiku mourns victims of Niger bandit attack Published on April 10, 2026 By Vanessa Onah googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed sorrow over the bandit attack on Bagna and Erena communities in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, which claimed the lives of dozens of civilians and security personnel. Atiku reacted to the incident in a statement shared via his official X handle on Friday. “The tragic attacks on the Bagna and Erena communities, which claimed many lives including numerous security personnel, are profoundly heartbreaking. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); “I extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved families, especially those of the fallen heroes, and urge the government to take more decisive action to protect civilians, facilitate swift relief efforts, and bolster support for frontline forces. May the departed rest in peace, and may enduring peace return to our land.” It was reported that no fewer than 61 bodies of security operatives and civilians killed in the attack had been recovered. Residents in the area stated that the corpses were retrieved from surrounding bushes days after the incident. Don't Miss Negotiating with criminals fuels violence – Mahdi Shehu You may like Atiku, Tinubu belong to same school of thought, they’re not different – Osinbajo ex-aide My heart is heavy – Atiku mourns death of Brig Gen Braimah Insecurity: Tinubu now hiding from Nigerians — Atiku’s Aide, Shaibu slams presidency ‘Atiku’ll return to Dubai’ – Sowore on not joining opposition leaders’ protest ADC: Why I joined Atiku, Kwankwaso, others to protest against INEC – Peter Obi INEC: Atiku, Peter Obi, Kwankwaso want to blackmail everyone at all cost – Keyamo

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