Two Soldiers Killed by Explosive Device in Sokoto Attack

Two soldiers were killed when a military van struck an explosive device in Sokoto while responding to a distress call following a bandit attack on a village between 12:30 AM and 3:00 AM. Residents reported sporadic gunfire and sought military intervention.

The soldiers were dispatched to rescue the community when their vehicle hit the explosive device, resulting in serious injuries to the soldiers involved. The incident occurred on a road linking Isa and Bargaja, raising concerns about the rising use of explosives by bandits.

Local sources indicated that three soldiers, including the driver, lost their lives in the attack. The military convoy, which included an armored personnel carrier (APC), was targeted by gunfire and explosives.

Efforts to confirm the exact number of casualties were ongoing, with local authorities and military officials unavailable for comment at the time of the report.