A devastating attack by bandits has left at least seven people dead and many others abducted in two communities in Kaduna State.

The bandits struck at Kallah Afogo Community in Kajuru Local Government Area, killing 6 residents and taking several others captive. The victims of the Kallah attack have been identified as Garkuwa Alfarma, Buhari Maidiga, Uba Auta, Yakubu Thomas Gaku, Atabata Naallah, and a local who was killed and mutilated while pursuing the bandits.

In a separate attack, the bandits also targeted Bakin Pah in Maro Ward, killing one person and abducting six others. The attacks, which occurred on Sunday night, have left the communities in a state of shock and fear.

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A local resident, Maigari Ben, has appealed to security agencies to intensify their efforts to protect the communities and ensure the safe return of those abducted. The Kaduna State Police Command has yet to comment on the incident.