…Mass burial for 15 Kebbi residents killed by the group
Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, says Lakurawas, a new terrorist group, is offering financial incentives to lure youths in Sokoto.
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) recently declared nine suspected members of the Lakurawas terrorist group wanted.
Edward Buba, director of defence media operations, said the new terror group emerged from the Niger Republic following the coup, which disrupted military cooperation between Nigeria and the country.
He said the terrorists began infiltrating northern parts of Sokoto and Kebbi states from Niger Republic and Mali.
According to Zagazola Makama, the new terrorist group is offering as much as N1 million to young men in exchange for their allegiance.
Makama, quoting sources, said the financial incentives are part of an aggressive recruitment campaign aimed at attracting followers to their cause.
“Unlike traditional criminal gangs, the Lakurawa are reported to adhere to extremist ideologies linked to the Khawarij sect, similar to the beliefs of Boko Haram,” the publication said.
“Local sources suggest that they employ a combination of financial incentives and ideological influence to gain support among vulnerable communities.
“Beyond the recruitment, the Lakurawa reportedly confront and expel bandits and confiscate their cattle in areas under their control.
Mass burial for 15 Kebbi residents killed by new terror group, Lakurawa
Meanwhile, Fifteen victims of a tragic attack by a new terror group, Lakurawa on Mera village, in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State, North-West Nigeria have been given mass burial.
The funeral prayer was attended by Deputy Governor, Umar Tafida, Commissioner of Police who led other security chiefs, and Emir of Argungu HRH Isma’ila Mera.
Tafida offered condolences and support to the bereaved families saying that the State Governor stands with them and will work closely with security agencies to prevent further incidents.
The Emir of Argungu on his part urged unity and resilience. He called on security agencies to intensify efforts to ensure community safety.
The funeral prayer included prayers for peace and for the repose of the souls of the departed, with a commitment to strengthen regional security and stability.
The government further reassured citizens of ongoing efforts to protect lives and prevent future tragedies
