BANDITS ATTACK KIGBERA VILLAGE BURNS HOUSES IN BORGU LGA OF NIGER STATE

BY YM BINA

Suspected bandits has invaded Kigbera Village in Konkoso Ward, burnt down houses and business premises in Borgu Local Government Area in Niger state.

It was reported that the incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the well armed men took over the village already deserted have a free day following several threats and attacks of communities around the area.

Kigbera village which is located along the border between Nigeria and the Republic of Benin around Babana boarders under Borgu Local council of the state.

It was further revealed that several communities within the area have left their ancestral villages and homes sequel to attacks on daily bases unabated due to completely lack of security presence.

Apparently, many residents have been forced to relocate to nearby communities such as Kontagora, New -Bussa and Mokwa, just as others have fled to the Benin Republic that shares  border with the affected communities for their safety according to reports.

Although, there are presence of Air Force, Navy and Military bases in New- Bussa that is considered too far from the affected villages under Borgu Local Government Area despite facing daily attacks left to their faith.

A resident who doesn’t want his identity mentioned lamented that those entrusted with the responsibility of protecting their lives and property have failed in their duty.

He however called on the federal, Niger state government and security agencies to rise up to the task of restoring peace and stability to enhance development and progress of their community.

The state government and all the relevant security agencies are yet to issue official statements on the development as at the time of filing this report.