Terrorists have invaded the community of the Secretary to the Government of Niger State, Ibrahim Ahmed Matane, killing persons, burning down 20 houses and cars, and rustling cattle.
The incident occurred in Matane in Mashegu Local Government Area on Tuesday after the terrorists attacked Saho Rami market on Monday.
The SSG was said to have confirmed the attack describing it as unfortunate and saddening, adding that the government will continue to mount the necessary security structure to address all insecurity challenges in the state.
The Commissioner of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Internal Security, Emmanuel Umar also confirmed the attack saying the number of casualties could not be ascertained
According to him, the bandits are carrying out coordinated attacks from village to village out of frustration as their only escape route to Zamfara state have been blocked by troops.
The commissioner also noted that the borders of the state has been surrounded by troops who have engaged the bandits leading to the bandits recording a large number of casualties in the process.