As 79 people died in the last 7 days in six states – the full list appears

• Last week, insecurity in Nigeria took a different turn as terrorist attacks were reported that killed 79 people
• Terrorist attacks in seven states of the country affected the northern and southern regions of the country
• Last week’s victims included soldiers and Nigerian police officers killed in Borno state

Nigeria has experienced a series of resurgences in terrorist attacks this week, raising concerns that the renewed airstrikes could signal a new offensive by several terrorist groups in the country.

Reports indicate that at least 79 Nigerians were reportedly killed and 43 people were kidnapped in another terrorist attack in seven states across the country.

Below is a list of affected states:

34 people died in Katsina

It said 30 people were killed between Tuesday and Thursday, January 7-9, in Safana, Kaita, Charanci and Kurfi Local Government Areas of Katsina State.

According to the report, the bandits attacked the victims who were returning home from a condolence visit in Batsari.

On Sunday, January 5 this year. the bandits were reportedly killed Alhaji Amadu Surajo, Acting Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria and three others at Mai Rana village in Kusada LGA of the state.

Eight soldiers and two policemen died in Borno

On Saturday, January 4, eight soldiers were reportedly killed in a terrorist attack on a military base in Sabon Gari area of ​​Dambo LGA of Borno State.

Nigeria Defense authorities confirmed attacks, while President Bola Tinubu ordered an investigation into the incident.

Two police officers were also reportedly killed Boko Haram terrorist attacks in Nganzai Police Division in the state on Wednesday, January 5.

Two people died in Kebbi

Moreover, on the same Saturday, two people were confirmed dead as a result of an attack carried out by the suspects Bandits from Lakurawa in Natsini village in Argungu LGA Kebbie.

The spokesman of the state police command, Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed the attack, adding that the attackers rustled an unspecified number of cows.

20 people died in Imo

IN Stan Imoat least two people were reportedly killed in a shootout between police and several suspected gunmen.

The incident occurred on the same Saturday in Umuokanne area of ​​the state.

Additionally, on Sunday, January 5, 18 people were killed in a coordinated attack in the Orlu local government area.

Two villagers killed in Kaduna

Bandits have reportedly killed two villagers in an attack at Idu village in Kufana District of Kajuru LGA of Kaduna State.

The incident, which took place on Wednesday, January 8, was confirmed by the state government.

11 people died in Jigawa

Gunmen were reported to have killed 11 people in Gululu village in Jahun and Miga LGA of Jigawa State on Friday, January 10.

According to reports, several houses were uplifted during the bandits’ attack, causing tension in the state.

Governor Makinde talks about insecurity in Oyo

Legit.ng previously reported that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has disclosed that bandits from the North West are entering the state and camping near the place where he celebrated his last birthday.

The governor said his administration is committed to protecting the lives and property of the state and will do everything in its power to achieve that.

Makinde stated that Oyo was facing some degree of insecurity in 2024 and promised that his government would redouble its efforts in 2025.

Source: Legit.ng