At least 33 people are feared dead after suspected terrorists raided several villages along the Dansadau axis in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Wednesday.
The attack, which took place in the north‑western Nigerian state of Zamfara, was reported by local authorities and confirmed by community leaders. The exact number of casualties remains uncertain, but the figures suggest a significant loss of life.
Details about the perpetrators or the motive behind the raid have not yet been released. Local officials are investigating the incident and are working to provide support to the affected communities.
Zamfara, a state in north‑west Nigeria, has faced increasing security challenges in recent years, with sporadic attacks by armed groups reported across the region.
<small>Source: AllAfrica Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
