At least 15 people killed by a new Jihadist group, ‘Lakurawa’, have been buried in Kebbi State.
The state Deputy Governor, Umar Abubakar Tafida, and the Emir of Argungu, Sama’ila Muhammad Mera, attended the funeral prayers for the deceased on Friday afternoon in Mera.
A newly formed Jihadist group, ‘Lakurawa’, emerged on 6th November 2024, imposing taxes and levies on communities in Sokoto State, Northwest Nigeria. The group has been setting up bases in the affected local government areas, preaching against Western civilisation and democratic government, similar to the ideology of Boko Haram.
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters officially confirmed the existence of ‘Lakurawa’ on Friday, acknowledging the worsening security situation in the Northwest region.
On Friday afternoon, terrorists, believed to be from ‘Lakurawa’, attacked Mera in Kebbi State, rustling a large number of cattle. A clash ensued between the terrorists and locals, resulting in fatalities on both sides.
Kebbi State Police Spokesperson, SP Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed the incident, stating, “Yes, there was a terrorist attack on Mera yesterday (Friday) resulting in 15 deaths. We are still investigating to confirm the identity of the attackers and their affiliation with the ‘Lakurawa’ group.”
