Dozens Killed As Bandits Attack Central Market In Sokoto

Suspected bandits have reportedly invaded a central market in Goronyo, Sokoto State, where many people have been killed.

The assailants invaded the market on Sunday evening and opened fire on traders, according to reports.

DailyStar, a Sokoto-based online publication, reports that 40 casualties were recorded as of Sunday night and over 60 were already deposited at the Goronyo General Hospital as of Monday morning.

THE WHISTLER tried to reach the state’s police spokesperson, Sanusi Abubakar to confirm the incident, but he did not respond to calls and text messages sent to his phone.

This incident came six days after bandits in a convoy of about 200 motorcycles reportedly attacked the Unguwar Lalleh market in the state.

The assailants killed many and also looted items belonging to the traders.

The bandits are carrying out these attacks despite different security measures being adopted in the northern region to address violent attacks.