Four vigilantes injured as bandits attack Zamfara community

Metro Four vigilantes injured as bandits attack Zamfara community Published on March 28, 2026 By Oluwaseun Taiwo googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Suspected armed bandits have attacked members of a local vigilante group during a routine patrol in Kanoma South District of Maru Local Government Area, Zamfara State, leaving four people injured. According to a post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on March 27, when the vigilantes were monitoring a route known for bandits’ movements in the area. Sources told Makama that the attackers launched the assault unexpectedly, opening fire on the vigilante members during the patrol. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); A source further explained that the ambush resulted in injuries to four members of the group. “Upon receipt of the report, security personnel visited the scene, and the injured victims were evacuated to the Primary Health Care Centre in Kanoma for treatment,” the source said. The injured victims were later taken to the primary health care center in Kanoma, where they are currently receiving medical attention. The source added that security operatives have begun efforts to track down those responsible for the attack and to prevent a repeat of such incidents in the area. Don't Miss Nigerian Army recovers kidnap victim’s stolen vehicle from Abia forest You may like Two villagers dead as troops, vigilantes repel terrorist attack in Zamfara Troops foil terrorist attack in Zamfara, recover corpses Peace returning to most Zamfara communities, displaced residents back – Police claims 2027: Lawal, Matawalle alliance will boost stability in Zamfara – APC group Troops neutralise bandits in Zamfara Insecurity will end soon – Shettima assures as Lawal joins APC in Zamfara

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