NEMA officials during an assessment visit in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Credit: NEMA
The National Emergency Management Agency says recent bandit attacks in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State have displaced thousands of residents, forcing them to flee their homes in search of safety.
This was contained in a statement posted on Wednesday on NEMA’s official X handle following an assessment by its Sokoto Operations Office on persons affected by the attacks.
The assessment followed a series of attacks recorded on June 7 and 9, 2026, in Dan Gulbi community, where several lives were reportedly lost after incursions by armed bandits.
NEMA said its findings showed widespread displacement across affected communities, with many residents taking refuge in public facilities and neighbouring settlements.
