VIDEO: Tension in Zamfara as Armed Bandits Attend Wedding Ceremony in Their Numbers
Tension in Zamfara as Armed Bandits Attend Wedding Ceremony in Their Numbers
By Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
Global Egberi Media International
October 19, 2025
The video, which has gone viral on social media, captured the moment dozens of men carrying weapons arrived at the venue in their numbers on several motorcycles, moving freely and blending with guests as though they were part of the celebration.
While no gunshots were fired during the event, eyewitnesses who shared the footage described the moment as “unsettling and strange”, given the ongoing security concerns in the North-West.
🎥 What the Video Shows
The viral footage depicts a long convoy of motorcycles moving in formation, carrying armed men dressed in local attire. Upon arrival, they were seen interacting calmly with other attendees and maintaining a visible presence throughout the gathering.
Although the exact location of the event is yet to be confirmed, findings suggest it did not take place in a rural settlement, as the surroundings appear relatively developed with visible structures and organized setups.
😨 Public Reactions
The video has sparked intense debate online, with many Nigerians expressing worry and disbelief. Some questioned how such a gathering could occur so casually, while others described it as a reflection of the growing social complexities in areas affected by banditry.
Social media users flooded comment sections with mixed emotions — ranging from fear to amazement — over what they described as “a surreal moment in Nigeria’s insecurity narrative.”
💭 A Growing Concern
Though no violence was recorded during the wedding, observers say the incident underscores the uneasy calm in parts of the North-West, where communities continue to navigate daily life amid security uncertainty.
For now, many Nigerians are left with one question — how ordinary life continues to unfold in extraordinary circumstances.
Source: Global Egberi Media International
Tags: #Zamfara #Bandits #NigeriaNews #Insecurity #NorthWest #DrOdimientimiAgbedeyi #GlobalEgberiMedia
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Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun 😭 – People don shock as video show armed bandits attend wedding ceremony for Zamfara. Dem come plenty with motorcycles, no gunshot, and e no be for rural area. Read full gist for Global Egberi Media International.
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