BREAKING: Terrorists Launch Attack On Kogi School Of Nursing, Repelled By Vigilantes

Suspected terrorists on Sunday night attempted to invade the School of Nursing in Isanlu Makutu, Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State.

SaharaReporters learnt that the assailants were however repelled by local vigilante groups who engaged them in a fierce gun battle for an hour.

According to reports obtained by SaharaReporters, the attackers stormed the community in a bid to overrun the institution, causing panic among students and residents.

However, their attempt was thwarted after local security operatives swiftly responded and confronted them.

Eyewitnesses said the vigilantes exchanged gunfire with the attackers for about an hour, forcing the armed men to retreat into the nearby bush.

“The situation was tense for some time, but the vigilantes stood their ground and drove them away,” a resident told SaharaReporters.

Meanwhile, security operatives have since been deployed to the community to prevent any further attacks and to ensure the safety of students and residents.

Earlier, SaharaReporters reported that terrorists attacked a commercial bus and left one passenger dead and several others injured along the Ayere–Kabba road in the Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Sources told SaharaReporters on Monday that the incident occurred around 5pm on Sunday when gunmen opened fire on travellers along the busy route.

According to a witness, some vehicles managed to escape the ambush, but several passengers were hit by bullets. 

“One person was confirmed dead at the general hospital, while others are receiving treatment for gunshot injuries,” the source said.

Residents say the Ayere–Kabba axis has become increasingly dangerous for travellers, with frequent attacks by armed gangs believed to be operating between Kogi and neighbouring Kwara State.