NAF airstrike neutralizes bandits, thwarts attack on Police mobile forces in Zakka
On 15 February 2025, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) carried out a precise airstrike in Zakka, Katsina State, that neutralized several bandits and stopped their attack on Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel. The operation was part of the larger effort under Operation FASAN YANMA to keep the region secure. The airstrike was launched after intelligence […]
Bandits Kidnap Ex-NYSC DG Tsiga, Others In Katsina
In the early hours of Thursday, bandits kidnapped the former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (retired), in Tsiga village, located in the Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. The attack, which occurred at 12:30 am, also led to the death of one person, with at least […]
Nigerian troops kill two notorious bandit leaders, Ma’oli, Kachalla Muchelli
The Nigerian military has made significant progress in its fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West region. Recently, troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted successful missions in Katsina and Zamfara States, taking down two notorious bandit leaders. In Katsina State, the troops carried out an operation in Mai Sheka village, located in Kunchin […]
Nigerian Troops Uncover Camps Of New Terrorist Group, Lakurawa In Katsina, Zamfara
The Nigerian military has successfully dismantled camps of a newly-formed terrorist group called Lakurawa. These operations took place in Katsina and Zamfara States as part of “Operation Chase Lakurawa Out,” a mission aimed at restoring security in the region. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, deployed specialised troops to strengthen ongoing efforts. These […]
Katsina Group Lauds Bello Matawalle for Eliminating Bandit Leader Abu Saleh
The Concerned Citizens of Jibia (CCJ) in Katsina State have praised the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for his successful role in eliminating Abu Saleh, a notorious bandit leader. This action is seen as a major step forward in Nigeria’s battle against banditry in the northwest. According to a statement from the CCJ, […]
Katsina Governor Radda Provides Immediate Job to First-Class Graduate Seen Selling Sachet Water in Viral Video
Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina has offered a job to Sham’unu Ishaq, a first-class graduate from Umaru Musa Yar’adua University. This decision follows a viral video showing Ishaq selling sachet water on the streets to survive. Ishaq, who graduated in July 2023 with a Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology, shared his struggles in […]
Bandits Kidnap Mother, Newborn Twins, and Son in Katsina: Ransom Demanded
In a shocking and distressing incident, bandits have kidnapped a mother, her newborn twins, and her young son in Kurfi town, Kurfi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The attack unfolded three days ago, leaving the local community in fear and outrage. Reports indicate that the bandits launched their assault on the town by shooting […]
Bandits Attack Katsina Governor’s Aide, Killing Him and His Wife; Another Victim Abducted
In a violent raid on Friday night, bandits attacked the residence of Alhaji Sanusi Ango Gyaza, an aide to the Katsina State Governor. The assailants killed Gyaza and his wife. They also kidnapped Gyaza’s other wife during the attack. The Katsina State Police Command was contacted for more information, but no further details have been […]
Residents of Katsina Block Road and Pray for Safety Amid Bandit Attacks
In a powerful display of desperation and hope, residents of Ƴankara in Faskari Local Government Area, Katsina State, took to the streets this weekend to protest ongoing insecurity in their region. The community blocked Sokoto Road, a major thoroughfare, as a means of drawing attention to their plight. The protesters, deeply affected by a series […]
Bandits Kill 50 in Attack on Katsina Community
Over 50 people lost their lives and many others, including women and children, were kidnapped during a raid by bandits on Yargoje village in the Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. A local resident, Hassan Ya’u, reported that a large group of bandits on motorbikes invaded Yargoje village on the night of Sunday, June […]