Nigeria, July 5 -- There is rising tension in Lata Nna community and nearby villages in Kwara North, following a violent attack by suspected bandits. The attackers stormed the area and began shooting indiscriminately, forcing many residents to flee their homes out of fear.

According to reports received on Saturday, the attack happened around 7:30 p.m. on Friday and caused widespread panic across Lata Nna and surrounding villages. Many residents left their homes in a hurry to escape the violence.

An eyewitness who spoke to NupekoTV said that a group of local vigilantes was ambushed while returning from a patrol in the bush. Their vehicles were burned during the attack, creating further fear among the people.

"The gunshots were terrifyin...