Residents of Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State
have confirmed aerial attacks on locations believed to be hideouts of the
Lakurawa armed group in the area.
A local government official, who spoke on condition of
anonymity, told our correspondent that the strikes occurred late at night in
parts of Tangaza.
“The attacks happened between 10 p.m. and midnight at
Warriya and Alkasim villages,” the official said.
Residents told Zagazola, the targeted locations were
suspected to be camps used by members of the Lakurawa group, which has been
linked to repeated security incidents in the area.
The official said authorities were still assessing the
impact of the strikes and had yet to determine whether there were civilian
casualties.
“As of now, we are yet to ascertain the full extent of the
attack, including possible casualties. Security operatives are expected to
visit the affected areas in the morning to verify what happened,” he said.
Residents said the strikes caused fear and tension in
surrounding communities, with many people staying indoors throughout the night.
There has been no official statement from security agencies
regarding the operation or the identity of those who carried out the strikes.
Tangaza Local Government Area has in recent times
experienced security challenges linked to armed groups operating in remote
parts of the area.
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