Seven vigilantes killed in bandit attack on Niger State security camp

Seven members of a local vigilante group have been killed after armed bandits attacked a security camp in Niger State.

The attack occurred on Saturday at Matseri Camp in Kotonkoro District of Mariga Local Government Area.

According to information shared by security expert Bakatsine on X, the attackers reportedly came from the Sangeko area of neighbouring Zamfara State. They launched a surprise assault on the vigilantes’ camp, opening fire on security volunteers stationed there.

Sources said the vigilantes fought back and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle before they were eventually overwhelmed.

Quoting sources, Bakatsine stated: “However, the security volunteers reportedly succeeded in killing several of the bandits during the exchange of gunfire.”

The incident adds to growing security concerns in parts of Niger and Zamfara States, where armed groups have continued to carry out attacks on communities and security personnel.

As of the time of filing this report, authorities had not released an official statement on the incident.