Suspected bandits have attacked Girkau community in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing at least five residents, injuring others and abducting several people.
The attack reportedly occurred despite a security alert issued by the Sokoto State Police Command following intelligence indicating that suspected bandits were planning an attack in Kebbe LGA. 
According to Crisis Reporter in the North-West, Bakastine, who disclosed the incident in a Friday post on X, the attackers reportedly spent several hours in Girkau during the invasion, leaving residents with limited options for escape or shelter.
He said five people were killed and several others injured, while the attackers also rustled a large number of cattle.
The victims reportedly included one person killed in Dukura and another in Jabga, both communities within Girkau Ward. Two other residents were injured during the attack.
A local vigilante was also reportedly abducted, while his locally made firearm was seized by the attackers.
The latest incident comes amid growing concerns over renewed bandit activities in Kebbe LGA. It also follows reports that suspected bandits had demanded a N40 million levy from residents of Kebbe town and threatened to attack the community if the money was not paid.
The fresh attack has heightened fears among residents and raised further concerns about the ability of security agencies to prevent attacks despite advance intelligence warnings.
