A violent clash between rival bandit factions in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Tuesday, has left at least 10 bandits dead, according to intelligence sources.
The confrontation, which occurred around 5:30 p.m. between the villages of Toroko and Awala, was marked by intense fighting.
While the exact cause of the conflict remains unclear, eyewitnesses have suggested that the battle was likely over control of territory or resources between the opposing groups.
Security analyst , Zagazola Makama posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, confirming the deadly encounter and detailing how the violent clash escalated in the region.
“The aftermath of the violent exchange has left the area on edge, with local communities now dealing with the repercussions of such deadly outbreaks,” Zagazola Makama wrote.
Authorities are yet to provide an official statement.
