Terrorists raided Mallamawar Yari village in Sokoto State late Saturday night, killing one resident and kidnapping five others in a brazen attack that sent shockwaves through the community.
The assault unfolded in Rabah Local Government Area, where the terrorists stormed the quiet village under the cover of darkness.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as gunfire echoed through the night, forcing families to flee their homes in panic.
Among the victims, the terrorists abducted three women and two men, dragging them away into the surrounding bush.
Local authorities quickly sprang into action.
Sokoto State Police Command confirmed the incident on Sunday, dismissing wild rumors circulating on social media that the attackers had disguised themselves in hijabs to blend in.
Instead, police spokesperson Ahmed Rufai emphasized the force’s immediate response.
“We have deployed joint security teams to track down the terrorists and rescue the hostages,” he said.
Meanwhile, officials urged residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help curb the violence.
This latest raid fits into a disturbing pattern of terrorist activities plaguing Sokoto since January.
Just weeks ago, similar attacks in nearby Isa Local Government Area left several dead and displaced thousands from their homes.
Community leaders expressed frustration over the ongoing insecurity, with one villager telling reporters, “We can’t sleep at night anymore.
These terrorists are turning our lives into a nightmare.”
As investigations continue, security forces remain on high alert across the region.
Residents hope for swift justice and the safe return of their loved ones, but many fear this is just the beginning of another wave of terror in northern Nigeria’s vulnerable rural areas.
