11/08/2026
KEBBI: BANDITS KILL 10 POLICE OFFICERS, TWO CIVILIANS IN MAKUKU ATTACK
At least 10 police officers and two civilians have reportedly been killed following a fierce gun battle between security personnel and armed bandits in Makuku, Sakaba Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The officers, who were attached to the 44 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Abuja, were reportedly deployed to the area on special duty as part of efforts to confront armed groups operating around the community.
According to a police situation report cited in reports on the incident, the confrontation occurred on Monday, August 10, 2026, after security personnel engaged the heavily armed bandits in a gun battle. Information about the casualties reportedly reached the police at about 7:40 p.m.
The two civilians who reportedly lost their lives were identified as Mohammadu Magwawara, 50, and Muhammadu Tiritiri, 45, while another resident, Shehu Abubakar, 41, sustained serious gunshot injuries and was referred to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi, for further treatment.
The bodies of the deceased were reportedly taken to General Hospital, Dirin Daji, where they were confirmed dead.
Security Weapons Reportedly Carted Away
Reports further indicate that the attackers allegedly seized several weapons belonging to the security personnel after the confrontation, including 10 AK-47 ri**es, one RPG r***e and two riot guns, along with other am******on.
However, another report citing the Kebbi State Police Command said 17 suspected bandits were also neutralised during the encounter, while four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were destroyed. The police said some casualty figures were still being verified.
The incident highlights the continuing security challenges facing communities along the Kebbi–Zamfara axis, where armed groups have continued to operate.
The latest attack has once again raised concerns over the need for stronger security operations, better equipment and sustained efforts to prevent armed groups from gaining access to vulnerable communities in Kebbi State.