Residents of Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State have confirmed United States forces’ aerial attacks on locations believed to be hideouts of the Lakurawa terrorists in the area.
A local government official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that the airstrikes occurred late at night in parts of Tangaza.
“The attacks happened between 10 p.m. and midnight at Warriya and Alkasim villages,” the official said.
Residents told Zagazola, the targeted locations were suspected to be camps used by members of the Lakurawa group, which has been linked to repeated security incidents in the area.
The official said authorities were still assessing the impact of the strikes and had yet to determine whether there were civilian casualties.
“As of now, we are yet to ascertain the full extent of the attack, including possible casualties. Security operatives are expected to visit the affected areas in the morning to verify what happened,” he said.
Residents said the strikes caused fear and tension in surrounding communities, with many people staying indoors throughout the night.
There has been no official statement from security agencies regarding the operation or the identity of those who carried out the strikes.
Tangaza Local Government Area has in recent times experienced security challenges linked to armed groups operating in remote parts of the area.
