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Bandits ambush, kill three FRSC officers in Kebbi
Three personnel of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have been killed in an attack by suspected bandits along the Tsamiya–Illo Road in Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The incident was disclosed on Saturday by security analyst Zagazola Makama, who cited security sources familiar with the development.
According to the report, the officers were carrying out official duties when they came under attack from armed men suspected to be bandits.
The assailants reportedly ambushed the officers, who attempted to escape after spotting the gunmen. However, the attackers, said to be riding motorcycles, pursued them and opened fire, killing all three officers.
The deceased officers were identified as Deputy Chief Road Marshal Assistant Umar Aliyu, Senior Road Marshal Assistant Ezra Manu Gona, and Road Marshal Assistant I Mansur Ibrahim Nasir.
Security sources said the attack has heightened tension in the area, prompting authorities to advise personnel operating within the axis to exercise increased caution pending further security assessments.
As of the time of filing this report, the motive behind the attack had not been established. Security agencies were said to be working to identify the perpetrators and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities have also intensified surveillance and other security measures in the area to prevent further attacks and reassure residents.
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