In the early hours of today, April 20, suspected terrorists attacked Kaiama Local Government in Kwara state, allegedly k!lling some people, including soldiers.
Punch claims that the attack, which happened at around three in the morning, was preceded by a threat letter that the att@ckers allegedly sent to the neighborhood, causing tension among the locals in the days preceding the incident. Eventually, under the cover of darkness, the attackers launched an indiscriminate barrage of gunshots, sending the community into a panic as residents ran for their lives.
Security personnel, including members of the Nigerian Army and local vigilante groups, reportedly reacted quickly and engaged the baπdits in a bloody gunfight that lasted until around five in the morning.
“Our security agents, including the army and local vigilantes, engaged the attackers in an intense gun battle that lasted till about 5:00 a.m.,” a representative from Kaiama TV said
The source added that the attackers, upon arrival, allegedly launched an explosive device at a military camp in the area, causing significant damage before advancing further into the community. During the exchange of fire, casualties were recorded among security personnel.
“They k!lled some of our soldiers, but we still cannot ascertain how disastrous the attack was until daybreak,” the source stated.
The att@ckers were also said to have carted away military patrol vehicles and motorcycles before fleeing the scene.