The organisation said the persistent attacks on communities across Zamfara and other parts of the country reflected the authorities' inability to effectively address insecurity.
At least 17 farmers have been killed and 13 others injured after suspected bandits invaded farmlands in Goron Namaye, Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State, according to global human rights body, the Amnesty International.
The global human rights organisation disclosed the incident in a post on X on Saturday, June 13, 2026, while condemning the continued attacks and killings of Nigerians by armed groups.
Amnesty International, which said the incident occurred on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, Friday, June 12, berated the President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government for “gross incompetence” and failing to adequately protect the citizens.
According to the Amnesty International, “Yesterday, bandits invaded farmlands at Goron Namaye in Maradun local government area, killing 17 farmers while injuring at least 13 others.
