Bandits Kill 5 Policemen, 3 Guards in Zamfara Patrol Ambush!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Eight security operatives were killed on Thursday in a deadly ambush by suspected bandits along the Gusau–Funtua road in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara State.

What We Know:

• Victims include five police officers and three Community Protection Guards.
• The joint patrol team was reportedly attacked while responding to a distress call about bandit movement in the area.
• Reinforcements have been deployed, while the state police command confirmed the incident and launched an investigation.

Why It Matters:

• Zamfara remains a hotspot in Nigeria’s battle against rural banditry and kidnapping.
• The attack raises fresh concerns about the safety of security personnel and ongoing gaps in rural intelligence and response.
• It highlights the urgent need for better-equipped and coordinated rural security operations.

Citations:

1. Zamfara State Police Command Brief – Oct. 2025
2. Vanguard Nigeria
3. Daily Trust – www.dailytrust.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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