Armed bandits, locally known as Lakurawa terrorists, attacked the convoy of Jafaru Mohammad Ali Damisa, the Member representing Borgu and Agwara Federal Constituency in the Niger State House of Representatives, on Tuesday afternoon. The assault tragically left one soldier dead and several others injured.
The attack occurred along the Lumma–Babanna road in Borgu Local Government Area while Representative Damisa was en route to Babanna town for an official engagement. The assailants, heavily armed and lying in wait, opened fire between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., catching the security team and aides off guard.
Casualties and Damage
Sources reported that one soldier was killed instantly, while about eight others sustained varying injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital, New Bussa, for treatment. Additionally, four of Damisa’s supporters were hit by stray bullets, though none sustained life-threatening injuries.
The attackers also vandalized around 11 vehicles, riddling them with bullets and causing significant damage before the vehicles were removed from the scene.
Escape and Reinforcements
Despite the brutal assault, Representative Damisa escaped unharmed thanks to the prompt response of his security team and quick reinforcements from troops at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babanna. A fierce gun duel ensued, forcing the bandits to flee into the nearby forest.
The incident underscores the continuing security challenges posed by armed groups in parts of Niger State.
Source: SaharaReporters
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