Gunmen attacked a convoy carrying an advance security team for President Buhari in his home state of Katsina.
Suspected bandits attacked the security convoy of Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari in Katsina state, an official has said.
Presidential spokesman Garba Shehu issued a statement confirming the attack on Tuesday, saying two people in the convoy sustained minor injuries.
Shehu said the convoy, which was carrying a team of security guards as well as protocol and media officers, was on its way to Daura, Buhari’s hometown, to prepare for his visit when the attack took place.
“The attackers opened fire on the convoy from ambush positions but were repelled by the military, police and DSS personnel accompanying the convoy,” said the statement.
“Two people in the convoy are receiving treatment for the minor injuries they suffered. All the other personnel, staff and vehicles made it safely to Daura.”
“The Presidency has described as sad and unwelcome the shooting incident near Dutsinma, Katsina State,” the statement added