Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has expressed condolences following the deaths of nine Community Protection Guards (CPG) operatives in a bandit attack.
The attack occurred on Monday in Tsafe Local Government Area while the CPG personnel were on duty at a checkpoint. The governor described the incident as a “barbaric act” committed by fleeing bandits.
In a statement, Lawal commended the bravery of the CPG operatives and other security forces in their efforts to protect Zamfara residents.
He assured residents that the state government would continue its offensive against banditry and reiterated its commitment to restoring peace and security.
The governor stated: “I received the unfortunate report of an ambush by bandits in Tsafe LGA, during which nine of our brave CPG members were killed. The ambush on our guards is a cowardly act by bandits who are dispersed and on the run due to sustained onslaughts by our troops across the state.
“I want to take this opportunity, on behalf of the government and people of Zamfara, to extend my condolences to the families and loved ones of our brave guards. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. I hope those injured recover as quickly as possible.”
The governor expressed his condolences to the families of the slain CPG members and pledged to provide necessary support during this difficult time.
