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The Gombe bandit attack has plunged Pindiga town into mourning and fear.
Residents woke to grief after gunmen struck a family home overnight.
Bandits attacked a private residence in Pindiga, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.
The assault left two people dead and two others abducted.
Among the victims was a pregnant woman.
Her brother was also killed during the attack.
Gombe Bandit Attack Leaves Family Shattered in Midnight Raid
The Gombe bandit attack occurred late Saturday night.
Residents said the attackers arrived under cover of darkness.
Gunmen reportedly stormed the house and opened fire immediately.
They shot indiscriminately before dragging victims away.
Those killed were identified as Prince Yusuf Derdoski and his pregnant sister.
Her identity was not immediately released.
Two other siblings were abducted.
They were taken to an unknown location.
Community sources described the killings as brutal.
They said the attackers showed no mercy.
The incident threw Pindiga into shock.
Families described the night as terrifying.
Police Respond to Gombe Bandit Attack, Launch Rescue Operations
The Gombe State Police Command confirmed the Gombe bandit attack.
A distress call was received at exactly 3:30 a.m.
According to police spokesperson DSP Buhari Abdullahi, senior officers were deployed.
The Deputy Commissioner of Police led the response team.
Tactical units moved into the area immediately.
Hunters and vigilante groups were also mobilised.
Police said intelligence-led operations are ongoing.
Efforts are focused on rescuing the abducted siblings.
Authorities vowed to arrest those responsible.
Residents were urged to share credible information.
Governor Condemns Gombe Bandit Attack as ‘Barbaric’
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya strongly condemned the attack.
He described it as cruel and unacceptable.
In a statement, the governor called the killings an assault on peace.
He said Gombe would not tolerate criminal violence.
The governor directed security agencies to intensify operations.
He also ordered stronger community intelligence networks.
He condoled with the affected families and the Pindiga Emirate.
Prayers were offered for the safe return of the abducted victims.
Rising Fear After Gombe Bandit Attack
Residents say insecurity is worsening.
Many fear more attacks could occur.
Community leaders are calling for sustained military presence.
They warn that rural areas remain exposed.
The Gombe bandit attack adds to growing security concerns.
Residents now demand urgent action
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