At least three people were killed and two others injured when suspected terrorists attacked a construction site along the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway in Maiyama Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The victims comprised two security operatives and an expatriate working on the road construction project, while two civilians sustained gunshot wounds in the attack.
The incident occurred at a construction site in Gubba Village, Andarai District of Maiyama LGA, according to the Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Bashir Usman.
Usman said the attackers, suspected to be members of the Lakurawa terrorist group operating from the Kebbe axis of neighbouring Sokoto State, invaded the site and opened fire on the workers.
He added that the injured civilians were evacuated to a hospital where they are receiving medical treatment.
The police spokesperson also disclosed that another attack by suspected terrorists was recorded on the same day along the Birnin Malam axis but was repelled by police personnel.
According to him, joint security forces have been deployed to the affected areas, with tactical teams strengthening surveillance and taking measures to prevent further attacks.
Construction work at the affected site has since been suspended as security agencies intensify operations and deploy additional personnel to protect workers and residents.
The police assured workers on the project of continued protection and urged them to remain calm while efforts are underway to safeguard lives and property.
