Local sources say the attackers, believed to be members of the Lakurawa group, arrived in large numbers and opened fire on the officers stationed at the camp.
According to residents, the bandits acted quickly, creating panic in the area.
According to residents, the bandits acted quickly, creating panic in the area.
“The attackers came in large numbers and started shooting sporadically. Everyone ran for safety,” said one community member who preferred to remain anonymous.
Reports indicate that at least one Customs officer was killed during the attack before the assailants set fire to parts of the facility.
Reports indicate that at least one Customs officer was killed during the attack before the assailants set fire to parts of the facility.
However, the authorities have not officially confirmed the casualty, and verification is pending from medical personnel.
The Public Relations Officer of the Kebbi State Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Muhammad Tajudeen, confirmed the incident but could not immediately provide details about casualties.
The Public Relations Officer of the Kebbi State Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Muhammad Tajudeen, confirmed the incident but could not immediately provide details about casualties.
“Yes, the attack happened. We are currently at the hospital waiting for the doctor’s report. Once we have it, we will update the public,” he said.
This attack comes shortly after the same group of bandits abducted the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Sama’ila Bagudo, during a previous raid in the area. Fortunately, the lawmaker was released after spending a week in captivity.
Local security analysts warn that repeated attacks on government facilities in Kebbi highlight the persistent threat of armed groups in the region.
This attack comes shortly after the same group of bandits abducted the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Sama’ila Bagudo, during a previous raid in the area. Fortunately, the lawmaker was released after spending a week in captivity.
Local security analysts warn that repeated attacks on government facilities in Kebbi highlight the persistent threat of armed groups in the region.
The attacks not only endanger the lives of officers but also disrupt security operations and local commerce.
Residents are calling on the government to take urgent action to strengthen security and protect both law enforcement personnel and communities from future attacks.
Residents are calling on the government to take urgent action to strengthen security and protect both law enforcement personnel and communities from future attacks.
Meanwhile, both the Kebbi State Government and the Nigeria Customs Service are expected to release more information once casualty verification is complete.
The Lakurawa group has been linked to several violent incidents across parts of northern Nigeria.
The Lakurawa group has been linked to several violent incidents across parts of northern Nigeria.
Authorities continue to urge citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police or security agencies.
This attack marks another instance of insecurity affecting public services in the region, raising concerns about the safety of government staff working in high-risk areas. Efforts to contain the group and prevent further attacks are ongoing.
This attack marks another instance of insecurity affecting public services in the region, raising concerns about the safety of government staff working in high-risk areas. Efforts to contain the group and prevent further attacks are ongoing.
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