Terror on Motorcycles Gunmen Kill 32 in Northern Nigeria

A wave of violence has shattered the peace in Nigeria’s Niger State as motorcycle-riding gunmen stormed three villages, leaving a trail of destruction. Witnesses describe a sunrise of terror in Konkoso and Tunga-Makeri, where assailants opened fire indiscriminately and torched homes.

The coordinated raids resulted in at least 32 confirmed deaths, though some humanitarian sources fear the toll could be higher. Beyond the killings, dozens of residents were abducted, and a police station was razed to the ground. This latest tragedy highlights a deepening security crisis in the region, where banditry and extremist groups operate within the dense Kainji Forest. Local leaders are now urgently calling for a permanent military base to protect these vulnerable communities.

Key Details of the Attack

Location: Borgu area, Niger State (Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso, and Pissa villages).

Casualties: At least 32 dead; dozens abducted.

Perpetrators: Suspected bandits and armed groups on motorcycles.

Response: Residents reported military jets overhead, but local security was largely absent during the raids.