Suspected gunmen have reportedly killed 15 farmers in an attack on the Waje community, Danko Wasagu LGA of Kebbi state.

The attackers also injured three people during the assault, which took place on Saturday.

Hussaini Bena, the LGA’s chairman, said some other residents were injured in the attack.

“Fifteen farmers lost their lives, and three others were injured during the attack,” he said.

He said a stronger security presence in the area is needed to protect residents and prevent future violence.

Umar Tafida, the deputy governor of the state, representing Nasir Idris, the governor, visited the residence of Bala Danbaba, Waje’s district head, to offer condolences to the affected families.

During the visit, Tafida announced a donation from the state government to support the victims’ families.

He described the contribution as a modest but necessary effort to assist the bereaved families and those injured during the attack.

Danbaba commended the state government for the visit and the “timely and impactful” financial support.

He noted that Danko Wasagu shares boundaries with Niger, Zamfara, and Sokoto states, exposing the area to frequent attacks.