By Adeyemi Adekunle
An unknown number of travellers have been killed following an explosive attack on the Dansadau-Gusau Road in Zamfara state.
Witnesses reported that a vehicle carrying passengers detonated explosives allegedly planted by bandits who have increasingly terrorized the region. The tragic event occurred on Wednesday and has raised significant concerns about safety in the area.
Local sources revealed that the explosives were strategically placed after routine community work had been carried out on the road, indicating a premeditated attack aimed at harming unsuspecting motorists.
Eyewitness accounts describe the aftermath of the explosion, where a Volkswagen Golf 3 was obliterated, resulting in three fatalities and injuring eight others. Local health facilities have been inundated with victims, leading to frantic efforts by medical personnel to attend to the wounded.
This incident marks the second tragic explosion in the area within a week, signaling a dangerous trend of escalating violence perpetrated by criminal groups in the region.
The recent spate of attacks has alarmed local residents, who now find themselves grappling with the harsh reality of road travel becoming increasingly perilous.
In response to the attack, both police and military forces have been deployed to the scene. However, the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed as emergency responders continue to assess the full extent of the incident.
The local community is calling upon state and federal authorities to take immediate and decisive actions against the bandits, whose continuous incursions have left citizens in a state of fear.
The Joint Task Force has acknowledged the incident, underscoring their commitment to apprehending those responsible for this heinous act. In a statement, they pledged to intensify efforts in tracking down the perpetrators and restoring security to the beleaguered region.
As the community mourns the loss of lives and grapples with this newfound fear, the plea for enhanced security measures grows louder, highlighting an urgent need for effective strategies to combat the rising tide of violence and restore peace to the roads of Zamfara.
