Police Recover Nine Additional Bodies After Landmine Explosion in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
The Zamfara State Police Command says nine additional bodies have been recovered from the scene of a landmine explosion that occurred along the Anka–Bagega Road in Anka Local Government Area of the state.
Police sources disclosed that the recovery followed an on-the-spot assessment conducted by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) and other tactical teams deployed to the area after the incident.
The explosion reportedly occurred between Tungar Kudaku and Bagega communities along the road, prompting an immediate response by security operatives.
According to the sources, the assessment team discovered nine more corpses at the scene during ongoing search and recovery efforts.
“Following the deployment of security personnel to the affected area, an extensive assessment was carried out, leading to the recovery of nine additional bodies from the scene of the explosion,” the source said.
The recovered bodies were evacuated to a hospital for autopsy and other necessary procedures before being released to their families for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.
Police authorities said security measures had been strengthened along the Anka–Bagega corridor to prevent further incidents and reassure road users.
They added that visibility patrols had been intensified and sustained along the route as part of efforts to enhance security and deter criminal activities.
The authorities urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements or objects to security agencies.
They also assured members of the public of the command’s commitment to maintaining security and safeguarding lives and property across the state.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the explosion are ongoing.
