At least 30 people, including women and children, were killed in a fresh attack on a village in Southern Kaduna, according to Sahara Reporters. The assault, which also involved the burning of homes, took place on Monday, July 27, 2026. Multiple outlets, including LEADERSHIP Newspapers and FIJ NG, reported that farmers were among the victims, with FIJ NG putting the death toll at 31.
Sahara Reporters described the attackers as gunmen who targeted the community in a coordinated raid. Tribune Online also confirmed that houses were set ablaze during the incident. The attack marks another violent episode in a region that has seen repeated cycles of communal clashes and banditry.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, as reported by Independent Newspaper Nigeria, criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration for failing in its primary duty to protect lives. Atiku's statement linked the attack to broader security failures under the current government. The Nigerian authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the incident.
The attack adds to a growing list of violent incidents in Southern Kaduna, where security forces have struggled to contain armed groups. Residents and local officials have repeatedly called for increased military presence in the area. Further details on the victims and the response from security agencies are expected in the coming days.
