Tension gripped Magami District of Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State, on Wednesday after armed bandits stormed an illegal mining site, killing one person.
The incident, which occurred around 1:30 p.m. at the Kokamba mining fields, saw the assailants open fire on unsuspecting miners before fleeing into the surrounding forest.
Eyewitnesses said the victim’s remains were carried to a nearby village, sparking outrage among residents who attempted to stage a reprisal attack on Fulani communities.
Security forces from the Magami Outpost swiftly intervened, restoring order and averting further bloodshed.
Authorities have appealed for calm, urging residents to remain vigilant, report suspicious movements, and allow security agencies to pursue the attackers as investigations continue.
Source:@ZagazolaMakama
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