From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto
A 10-year-old girl’s body was found at a refuse dumping site in Badon-Mangoro, Wamakko Local Government Area of Sokoto State, on Sunday.
Community sources suspect the victim was allegedly raped and killed by unidentified assailants.
Residents confirmed the body was discovered on Sunday morning, February 8, 2026.
According to reports, the girl’s parents had been searching for her after she left for Islamic school.
The body was reportedly found dumped at a waste site near an uncompleted building.
Neighbors suspect the perpetrators raped the girl before killing her.
The police have taken the body for an autopsy and are investigating the incident.
“The authorities are taking steps to investigate and bring the perpetrators to justice.”