Suspected terrorists have launched a fresh attack on the Akwando community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in the reported deaths of two individuals and the abduction of 20 others.
The incident occurred in the northern Nigerian state, which has frequently experienced security challenges in recent years. The attackers targeted the community, leading to significant disruption and fear among residents.
According to reports, two people are feared killed in the assault, while 20 others were taken away by the gunmen. The specific identities of the victims have not been detailed in the initial account of the event.
Kaduna State, located in the north-central region of Nigeria, has seen a rise in banditry and terrorist activities that have impacted various local government areas, including Kachia.
Local authorities are expected to respond to the incident, though further details regarding the scale of the security operation or the condition of the abducted individuals were not provided in the source material.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>