Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked the convoy of the Chief of Staff to the Zamfara State Governor, Mouktar Lugga.
The incident occurred along the Funtua–Gusau highway.
Details of casualties or injuries were not immediately confirmed at the time of reporting.
Security sources say the attackers opened fire on the convoy, causing panic in the area.
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The highway is a known flashpoint for banditry and armed attacks in the North-West.
Authorities are expected to launch an investigation into the incident.
Security agencies have also intensified patrols in the area.
The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in Zamfara and surrounding states.
