At least six people have reportedly been killed in a fresh attack in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, while the police have officially confirmed four deaths.
The attack reportedly occurred in a community in Rafi, with residents said to have been caught off guard by the assailants.
Police authorities confirmed that four people died in the incident, while investigations and efforts to establish the full circumstances surrounding the attack are ongoing.
The reported discrepancy in the casualty figures could not immediately be independently verified, as local accounts put the number of fatalities at six.
Security personnel have continued efforts to restore calm in the area and prevent further attacks, while authorities are working to establish the identities of those responsible.
The incident has heightened concerns over security in parts of Niger State, where communities have faced attacks and other criminal activities.
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