Amnesty International has condemned the killing of at least 17 people, including visitors who travelled home for Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, following a bandit attack on Dangulbi community in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State on 1 June 2026.
The organisation called on Nigerian authorities to urgently investigate the attack, bring those responsible to justice, and strengthen protection for vulnerable communities, stressing that the incident reflects a continuing pattern of insecurity in the region.
In a statement on Tuesday, Amnesty International said:
“The Nigerian authorities must urgently investigate this attack, ensure that those responsible are identified and brought to justice in fair proceedings, and take immediate steps to protect communities that remain at risk. The authorities must also provide effective support and assistance to survivors, displaced persons and families affected by the attack.”
It was previously reported that residents said the attackers, numbering in the hundreds and riding on motorcycles, invaded the community in the morning hours, opening fire on villagers, looting shops and forcing residents to flee into nearby forests.
