Three killed as bandits invade Kwara community
Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Friday attacked Babanla community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing at least three people.
The casualties include a police officer and two vigilantes in the community, according to a source who confided in DAILY POST on Friday.
Eyewitnesses said the incident happened during a routine meeting of the community’s vigilante group.
The armed attackers reportedly targeted the local police station, attempted to loot grocery shops and a hotel, and fired indiscriminately, forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes for safety.
The Nigerian Army was said to have responded swiftly, repelling the attackers and mounting a security cordon around the community.
In a statement, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, commended the army, police, and community vigilante members for their quick intervention.
The statement added that Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has been in constant touch with security commanders and local vigilante leaders, and has ordered a sustained security lockdown of the area to neutralise the threat and protect residents.
Three killed as bandits invade Kwara community
