At least nine people have been killed and numerous others abducted in an attack by a suspected 'bandit' gang in Nigeria's Zamfara State. The deadly raid reportedly targeted villages in the region, with many women and children among those abducted. The ongoing insecurity in Zamfara State, fueled by banditry and intercommunal violence, has led to widespread displacement and humanitarian concerns. Nigerian authorities have yet to release a detailed statement regarding the attack and ongoing efforts to secure the release of those abducted.