Ten people have drowned in Sokoto State, northwest Nigeria, while fleeing from armed bandits.
According to police reports, the victims were attempting to cross a river in Sabon Birni when their boat capsized. The tragic incident underscores the daily dangers faced by rural communities plagued by bandit violence.
Armed groups continue to terrorize villages across northern Nigeria, forcing residents to flee their homes in search of safety. The latest tragedy highlights the urgent need for stronger security interventions to protect vulnerable communities.
