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Six soldiers killed, father, sons burnt alive as terrorists attack Zamfara, Sokoto communities
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Six soldiers killed, father, sons burnt alive as terrorists attack Zamfara, Sokoto communities

In separate attacks in Zamfara and Sokoto states, suspected terrorists killed at least six soldiers and 12 civilians, including burning a father and his two sons alive in Sokoto. Over 70 people were abducted in Zamfara, while in Sokoto, 12 individuals were killed, six of whom were set on fire after refusing to exit a room. Residents reported that the attackers overwhelmed local security forces and carried out the attacks with little resistance. Local leaders and community members expressed concern over the rising insecurity and called for government assistance. The police have not officially commented on the incidents.

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Six soldiers killed, father, sons burnt alive as terrorists attack Zamfara, Sokoto communities

In separate attacks in Zamfara and Sokoto states, suspected terrorists killed at least six soldiers and 12 civilians, including burning a father and his two sons alive in Sokoto. Over 70 people were abducted in Zamfara, while in Sokoto, 12 individuals were killed, six of whom were set on fire after refusing to exit a room. Residents reported that the attackers overwhelmed local security forces and carried out the attacks with little resistance. Local leaders and community members expressed concern over the rising insecurity and called for government assistance. The police have not officially commented on the incidents.

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