SECURITY ALERT: MARIGA AND MASHEGU LGAs, NIGER STATE | NOVEMBER 4, 2026
GEOGRAPHIC COORDINATES
– Maburya Village, Mariga LGA: 10.95000° N, 5.61667° E
– Zugurma District, Mashegu LGA: 9.45896° N, 4.96701° E
Approximately 150 Lakurawa terrorists are reportedly moving toward Maburya village in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, raising fresh security concerns among residents in the area.
A security source told TruthNigeria that 21 communities in Zugurma District, Mashegu LGA, are reportedly fleeing their homes following repeated attacks by Lakurawa terrorists.
Beyond forcing residents to abandon their homes, the attackers have reportedly destroyed farmlands and crops, threatening the livelihoods of rural households whose survival depends largely on agriculture.
Intelligence sources warned that the affected communities remain vulnerable to further attacks and displacement, with residents increasingly worried about their safety and ability to sustain their families.
HIGH-RISK COMMUNITIES
Residents of the following communities are considered to be at heightened risk:
1. Mulea
2. Poto
3. Kizhi
4. Gwaji
5. Kuda
6. Zhiwongi
7. Kpantu
8. Eda Gari Mallam
9. Pozhi
10. Chitaku
11. Edogi
12. Magawata
13. Bitogi
14. Shinkafi
15. Unguwar Makeri
16. Yeni Gago
17. Kanbarin Daji
18. Faje
19. Mashigi
20. Kiriya
21. Unguwar Hussaini
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
– Residents should remain vigilant and report suspicious movements to security agencies.
– Farmers should avoid isolated farmlands and vulnerable routes until the security situation improves.
– Security agencies should urgently reinforce patrols around Maburya and the affected communities in Zugurma District.
– Residents facing immediate threats should move toward safer locations where possible.
TruthNigeria calls for urgent security intervention to prevent further attacks, protect vulnerable communities and stop another wave of forced displacement in Niger State.
