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Lakurawa: CDS Deploys Troops To Kebbi

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has deployed a contingent of troops to the embattled Augie Local Government Area in Kebbi State, amid attacks by a new terrorist group, Lakurawa.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the group recently attacked Mera village, killing no fewer than 17 people.

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The deployment comes in the wake of an urgent appeal from Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, for federal support to curb the group’s violent activities.

The troops, upon arrival, equipped with armored tanks and advanced weaponry, met with Kebbi State Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Tafida, before proceeding to Mera.

The military swiftly engaged the terrorists, rescuing rustled cattle abandoned by the group in the face of overwhelming firepower.

The governor’s media aide for communication and strategy, Abdullahi Idris Zuru, said the deployment was essential as the new armed groups are severely disrupting life for rural residents.

“The governor has pledged to ensure the safety of lives and property for all Kebbi State citizens, prompting him to seek federal assistance to counter terrorism across the state,” Zuru stated.
The recent attack on Mera village by the Lakurawa group has displaced many residents and left the community reeling from loss.

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