At least 15 people have been confirmed dead following a clash between locals from Mera community and a new terrorist group, Lakurawa, in Kebbi State.
The confrontation occurred on Friday in Augie Local Government Area, near Mera.
According to reports from BBC Hausa, the conflict began when members of Lakurawa, a group reportedly linked to ISIS in the Sahel, attempted to steal livestock from a local herder.
The herder managed to escape and alerted the community, prompting a group of locals to confront the attackers.
The ensuing battle led to the deaths of 15 people, with several others wounded.
Some of the terrorists were reportedly killed or injured during the clash, while the survivors fled the scene, carrying their casualties.
Kebbi State’s Deputy Governor, accompanied by the Commissioner of Police and the Emir of Argungu, visited Mera to offer condolences to the community.
Abdullahi Idris Zuru, a media aide to the Kebbi State Governor, confirmed the presence of the Lakurawa group in the state amid growing security concerns.
