Four soldiers and a member of a local vigilance group were killed in a surprise attack by suspected terrorists in Kemanji community, the headquarters of Kemanji Ward in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. The assault occurred in the early hours of Monday around 3:00 a.m., triggering a fierce gun battle between the attackers and security forces that lasted until 5:00 a.m. Residents reported heavy gunfire and fled to nearby bushes and neighbouring communities for safety. A community resident confirmed the violence, stating that bandits invaded the area and engaged the army and local vigilantes in combat, with casualties among the security personnel. Another resident confirmed that four soldiers and one vigilante were killed during the exchange. The attackers, described as suspected armed terrorists, struck without warning. No official statement has been released by the Kwara State Police Command or military authorities. It is not yet known if any residents were abducted during the incident.
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