Bandits kill 30 in fresh Zamfara attack

At least 30 people were killed and several others abducted when bandits attacked Dutsin Dan Ajiya village in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State late Thursday night. The attack, which occurred around midnight on February 19, 2026, came two days after the Zamfara State Government launched new security hardware and drones to combat insecurity. […]

At least 30 people were killed and several others abducted when bandits attacked Dutsin Dan Ajiya village in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State late Thursday night.

The attack, which occurred around midnight on February 19, 2026, came two days after the Zamfara State Government launched new security hardware and drones to combat insecurity.

Residents said the gunmen, who arrived on motorcycles, blocked the village entrance and opened fire sporadically on villagers before carrying out the abductions.

The incident followed a similar attack in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State where 33 people were reportedly killed.

Efforts to reach the Zamfara State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Yazid Abubakar, for comment were unsuccessful as of press time.