Lakurawa terrorists kill four soldiers in Sokoto

Suspected Lakurawa terrorists launched a violent invasion of Kebbe town in Nigeria's Sokoto State on Friday, reportedly killing at least four soldiers. The militants, numbering over 300 and riding motorcycles, engaged security forces in a fierce gun battle upon entering the town around 10 a.m.

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four soldiers were feared killed during the exchange of fire.

Witnesses and security experts described a chaotic scene as the heavily armed attackers targeted shops, a hospital, and vehicles. They allegedly broke into stores, stealing mobile phones and bread, and damaged a military vehicle. The militants also reportedly smashed windows at the General Hospital, affecting vehicles belonging to the Divisional Police Officer and an ambulance. Patients' mobile phones were also reportedly seized.

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the command was still gathering information.

While a security expert confirmed four soldiers were feared dead, official confirmation remained elusive. The Sokoto State Police Command stated they were still gathering information and could not confirm casualties. Efforts to reach the Nigerian Army's 8 Division spokesperson were unsuccessful. The militants eventually withdrew from Kebbe in the evening, heading west, with reports indicating they entered Ungushi town. Despite the exchange of fire, there was no confirmation of any militant casualties.

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They also seized mobile phones belonging to patients at the hospital.