**Bandits Leave Trail of Destruction in Niger State Villages** In a heart-wrenching incident that has left many Nigerians shaken, armed assailants on motorbikes stormed three villages in Niger state's Borgu local government area, killing at least 32 people and destroying properties worth millions. The attacks, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, have exposed the vulnerability of rural communities to the menace of banditry. The villages of Tunga-Makeri and Konkoso were among the hardest hit, with eyewitnesses describing the scenes of carnage that unfolded. Residents who managed to escape the violence recounted the horror they witnessed, including the indiscriminate shooting of innocent people, the beheading of others, and the setting of houses and shops ablaze. The attackers, who rode into the villages on over 200 motorbikes, seemed to have a clear motive: to wreak havoc and instill fear. The recent surge in attacks on villages in north-west Nigeria has raised concerns about the government's ability to restore stability in the region. Insecurity has become a pressing concern in Nigeria, with communities across northern Nigeria bearing the brunt of the violence. The attacks have also highlighted the need for the government to take decisive action to address the root causes of banditry and ensure the safety of its citizens. As Nigerians grapple with the aftermath of this tragedy, many are left wondering when the violence will end. The fear of retaliation and the uncertainty of the attackers' next move have left many villagers reluctant to return to their homes. The government must act swiftly to restore confidence and ensure that justice is served. Only then can Nigerians begin to heal and rebuild their shattered communities. In the words of Jeremiah Timothy, a resident of Konkoso, "The bandits have left us with nothing but pain and trauma. We can only hope that the government will take concrete steps to prevent such atrocities from happening again."