Bandits Kill 4, Abduct 50 in Zamfara

At least 4 persons have been killed and 50 others abducted after bandits attacked Goran Namaye town in Maradun Local Government Area.

The Public Relations Officer, Muhammad Shehu, confirmed the sad news on Monday.

The bandits stormed the community in large numbers after midnight on Sunday. Police tactical operatives had been deployed.

The spokesman said Commissioner of Police, Yakubu Elkana has ordered an immediate search and rescue operation for the victims.

Shehu advised residents to remain calm, adding that the command is working with other security agencies to maintain law and order.

Zamfara has recorded several incidences of killings and abductions of villagers, travellers, farmers, traditional heads, security operatives government officials.