At least three people, including an expatriate and two security operatives, have been killed after gunmen attacked a construction site along the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway in Maiyama Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

Two other civilians also sustained gunshot injuries during the attack, according to the Kebbi State Police Command.

Attack Took Place at Gubba Village

The incident occurred at a construction site in Gubba Village, Andarai District, Maiyama LGA, according to the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman.

Usman said the attackers were suspected to be members of the Lakurawa armed group, who allegedly entered Kebbi through the Kebbe axis of neighbouring Sokoto State.

He said the attackers targeted the construction site, where the two security personnel were providing protection for the expatriate and other workers.

The two security operatives and the foreign national were killed, while two civilians were injured and evacuated to a hospital for treatment.

Security Forces Repel Another Attack

The police spokesperson said another attack by the suspected Lakurawa fighters occurred on the same day along the Birnin Malam axis.

According to Usman, police teams successfully repelled the attack after security forces responded to the incident.

He added that joint security forces had deployed tactical teams to the affected areas to strengthen security and prevent further attacks.

Scores of Suspected Attackers Reportedly Neutralised

Usman further disclosed that military personnel reportedly neutralised scores of the suspected attackers during the security operations.

Several motorcycles were also recovered, according to the police.

The command said security agencies were continuing operations in the area to track down members of the group believed to be responsible for the attack.

Construction Work Suspended

Following the attack, construction activities at the affected site have been suspended as security agencies intensify surveillance and increase their presence in the area.

The police assured workers and contractors involved in the project of continued efforts to protect their lives and property.

Usman urged workers to remain calm and vigilant while security agencies work to secure the area.

Governor Visits Communities Affected by Attacks

The incident comes amid growing security concerns in parts of Kebbi State.

Governor Nasir Idris recently visited Jandutsi and other communities around Gubba Village to sympathise with residents affected by recent attacks.

The governor also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening security and protecting communities affected by armed attacks.

The identity of the expatriate and the two security personnel killed in the latest attack has not been disclosed by the police.