Bandits Kill Five Farmers, Abduct Several Others in Kebbi

Five farmers have reportedly been killed by suspected bandits while working on their farmlands in communities around Wasagu, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The incident was reported on September 18, 2026, with local security reporting indicating that the attackers opened fire on farmers in the area before abducting several other people.

According to the report, the attackers targeted farming communities where residents were carrying out agricultural activities. Five farmers were reportedly killed during the assault, while an unspecified number of others were taken away. The incident has raised renewed concerns about the safety of farmers who depend on access to rural farmlands for their livelihoods.

The attack was also reportedly accompanied by violence along the Ayu–Wasagu road in Wasagu town. A resident identified as Alhaji Ummaru was reportedly killed along the route. Reports further stated that children travelling with him on a motorcycle near the Nayaya and Rijiyar Margayi areas were abducted by the attackers.

The latest incident adds to security concerns in Danko/Wasagu, where rural communities have faced attacks and disruptions to farming and movement. The affected communities are located near extensive forest areas, which have been associated with security challenges in parts of northwestern Nigeria. However, details surrounding the latest attack remain limited.

As of the time of the report, there was no official statement from security authorities confirming the number of people abducted or providing details about rescue operations. The identities of the five farmers were also not publicly disclosed. The reported abductions and killings remain subject to further confirmation as authorities investigate the incident.