Suspected bandits reportedly attacked the convoy of the Chief of Staff to the Zamfara State Governor, Mouktar Lugga, along the Funtua–Gusau highway.
The incident happened around 6:16 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, near Kucheri village as Lugga was heading back to Gusau after an official assignment.
Reports indicate that the attackers suddenly appeared from both sides of the road and began shooting at the vehicle carrying the chief of staff, his driver, and two other passengers.
One of the bullets pierced the windshield but narrowly missed the driver, while another assailant reportedly tried to fire at close range, although the weapon failed to go off.
Despite the ambush, the driver was able to navigate the vehicle out of danger, and all those on board escaped without injuries.
