Gunmen Strike Zamfara Governor’s Aide Convoy
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Gunmen attacked the convoy of a top aide to the Zamfara State governor on Thursday evening along the Funtua–Gusau highway.
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The incident happened around 6:16 pm near Kucheri village as the official was returning from an engagement. The attack adds to growing fears over safety on major roads in the state.
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The convoy of Chief of Staff Mouktar Lugga came under sudden fire after armed men emerged from both sides of the road.
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Reports say the attackers targeted the vehicle carrying the aide, his driver, and others. The ambush was described as intense, with multiple shots fired at close range.
In the chaos, a bullet pierced the vehicle’s windshield but missed the driver. Another gunman reportedly tried to fire at close range, but the weapon failed. The driver quickly sped out of the area, helping all occupants escape without injuries despite the danger.
The incident has renewed concerns over rising bandit attacks and insecurity in Zamfara and nearby areas.
Residents continue to face threats from kidnappings and highway assaults even as security operations remain ongoing. The latest attack shows the risks still facing travellers across the region.
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