By Gwurld4026 
Niger State Crisis: Bandits’ Assault on Farmers Results in Multiple Fatalities
Tragedy struck in Niger State as bandits killed seven farmers and destroyed over 50 bags of maize in a brutal attack.
The incident occurred in Shiroro Local Government Area, a region already plagued by insecurity.
Witnesses reported that the bandits accused the farmers of leaking information to security agencies, leading to the violent assault.
This has further heightened fears among the farming community, with many farmers abandoning their fields due to safety concerns.
Niger State authorities have expressed determination to combat the insecurity, but locals are skeptical, citing inadequate security presence during such attacks.
The ongoing violence threatens agricultural productivity in the state, which plays a significant role in food production in Nigeria.