Suspected Lakurawa attackers kill two soldiers and a Chinese national in Kebbi

Summary

Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked construction workers in Maiyama Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing two soldiers and a Chinese national, according to police and security sources.

Highlights

• Police said the victims were among workers on the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway project.
• The soldiers were providing security for the Chinese national and other workers when the attack happened.
• Security sources said the attackers moved in large numbers and used more than 100 motorcycles.
• Troops later repelled a separate attack on a military base in the area and recovered motorcycles and weapons.
• Security agencies said they were searching for the attackers.