Bandit bomb hits vehicle, killing one and injuring many in Sokoto

An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by suspected bandits on the Kurawa–Sabon Birni road in Sokoto State detonated on Sunday, striking a vehicle that was transporting passengers from nearby communities to Sabon Birni. The blast killed one person and left many others injured.

The attack has intensified concerns about the increasing use of explosive devices by criminal groups in the North‑West region.

According to reports, the vehicle was on a routine passenger run when it struck the IED, causing a severe explosion that heavily damaged the vehicle and injured several occupants.

Security analyst Bashir Guyawa, who is based in the area, posted details of the incident on his Facebook page.

Guyawa described the event as another reminder of the ongoing security challenges faced by communities along the border axis.

He said the vehicle was on a routine passenger trip when the explosion occurred.

“The vehicle was conveying passengers early this morning on their way to Sabon Birni when the unfortunate incident happened,” he wrote.