Bomb explosion claims lives in Zamfara

A bomb explosion along the Gusau-Dansadau road in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State has resulted in the loss of lives and caused injuries to several individuals. The incident occurred on a busy section of the road, and the explosion was reportedly targeted at travellers and residents in the area.

According to reports, the explosive device was believed to have been planted by bandits, marking a troubling escalation in their terror methods. Traditionally known for activities such as kidnapping, cattle rustling, and armed attacks, the use of explosives introduces a more dangerous level of insecurity in the region.

The attack was disclosed on Wednesday by Zagazola Makama, a counterterrorism and insurgency expert focusing on the Lake Chad Basin, through a post on his X social media account. He highlighted that this incident is the second bomb explosion along the route, underscoring the increasing risks faced by residents and travellers in Zamfara State.

Makama expressed concern over this shift in tactics, warning that it poses significant security challenges for the already troubled region. “The use of explosives introduces a new level of insecurity in the region,” he stated.

This development adds to the growing insecurity in Zamfara State, as authorities continue to battle banditry and other violent crimes affecting local communities.