Bandits have killed the Director of Planning in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State, alongside the councillor representing Jangebe Ward, following an attack along the Jangebe–Talata Mafara road. The victims were reportedly abducted on May 18, 2026, together with the Area Revenue Officer (ARO) for Pilgrims Affairs in Talata Mafara LGA while travelling []