At least 26 people have been reportedly killed following a series of terrorist attacks on communities in Borgu Local Government Area, Niger State.
The assailants, armed and reportedly riding motorcycles, also set several houses, including a police station, on fire.
Reliable sources indicate that the first attack occurred on Friday in Feyi community, where the terrorists stormed the village, firing sporadically and forcing residents to flee for their lives. Six people were reportedly killed during this initial assault.
A source from the community, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that after the Feyi attack, the marauders moved on to Tungan Makeri and Nkpaso villages in Konkoso Ward early Saturday morning. During these raids, 20 additional people were killed, and the police station in Pissa was set ablaze.
The source added that a military helicopter was later seen heading towards the affected communities, although there were no casualties among the terrorists.
“These communities in Borgu have faced repeated raids in recent months, resulting in the loss of many lives and properties,” the source added.
When contacted, the Niger State Police Command confirmed the attacks through its public relations unit, stating, “On 14/2/2026 at about 6am, report received indicated that at about 3am, suspected bandits invaded Tunga-Makeri village via Shafachi district Borgu LGA and during the attack, six persons lost their lives, some houses were also set ablaze, and a yet to be ascertained number of persons were abducted, as the terrorists were also reported to have moved to Konkoso village and other details still sketchy.
Meanwhile, joint security teams have been mobilised to the scene for assessment and effort to rescue the victims is ongoing.”
