Suspected bandits blocked the Bakori–Guga road in Katsina State on Friday evening and abducted at least nine travellers who were returning from the weekly Bakori market, according to community leaders.

According to Tori.ng, a Zamfara community experienced panic after armed attackers invaded the town overnight, resulting in the burning of an elder's home and the abduction of several residents. The incident left destruction in its wake and raised concerns among the local population.

On Saturday, suspected armed bandits attacked farmers in Rinyan village, located in the Tahoss community of Riyom Local Government Area in Plateau State, resulting in the death of one female farmer and injuries to another, according to Vanguard.

Sustained attacks by bandits in Danchadi District of Bodinga Local Government Area, Sokoto State, have led to the desertion of over 30 villages. According to an official report, these attacks occurred between Wednesday and Thursday, resulting in at least six fatalities and displacing hundreds of residents.

Bandits have reportedly killed a chief imam in Sokoto state, which has raised renewed concerns about insecurity and violent attacks in northern Nigeria, according to Legit.ng.

The Sokoto State Police Command successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Daraye Village, Wamako Local Government Area, resulting in the death of one suspect and the recovery of an AK-47 rifle.