
Jamilu Abubakar, a 30-year-old beggar's son, was shot in the back by suspected bandits during an attack on Girkau community in Sokoto State.
He is currently at the Usman Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH) but cannot afford the N190,000 required for a MRI and CT scan prescribed by doctors.
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Left-leaning publications provided minimal initial coverage on "Sokoto attack : Beggar’s son shot by terrorist needs N190,000 for scan", dedicating fewer reporting resources to early investigative filings.
Right-leaning outlets offered scarce direct reporting on "Sokoto attack : Beggar’s son shot by terrorist needs N190,000 for scan", focusing editorial priority on broader ideological commentary.
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The attack highlights the ongoing security challenges in Sokoto State
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