3 killed in late-night attacks on Katsina communities
At least three people were killed on Sunday night when suspected bandits launched coordinated attacks on several communities in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. Four other residents sustained gunshot injuries and are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals. Witnesses said the affected communities include Gobirawa, Badole, Yammama and Dayi, where the assailants struck in […]
At least three people were killed on Sunday night when suspected bandits launched coordinated attacks on several communities in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Four other residents sustained gunshot injuries and are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.
Witnesses said the affected communities include Gobirawa, Badole, Yammama and Dayi, where the assailants struck in quick succession, throwing residents into panic.
According to residents, the attacks came in two waves, with Gobirawa and Badole bearing the brunt of the violence as the gunmen invaded homes and opened sporadic fire.
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A resident, Abdul’aziz Abdul’aziz, described the incident as a disturbing breach of security and a setback after months of relative calm in parts of Malumfashi.
“We were beginning to enjoy some peace, and people had returned to their farms. Suddenly, the bandits resurfaced with heavy gunfire,” he said.
He added that despite the danger, residents mobilised to resist the attackers.
“What is striking is the courage people showed. They confronted the assailants without fear, even though they were outgunned,” Abdul’aziz said.
Residents, however, commended the swift response of security operatives, saying the timely deployment of police patrol teams alongside local vigilantes helped repel the attackers and prevent more casualties.
According to community members, security personnel quickly moved into the affected areas, conducted overnight patrols and restored a measure of calm.
“We appreciate the government for responding promptly and the police and vigilantes for their presence. Their intervention saved lives,” another resident said, adding that the joint patrols reassured villagers and discouraged further attacks.
Abdul’aziz further disclosed that the injured victims urgently require blood donations to aid their recovery.
Community members also appealed for a sustained security presence, warning that the renewed attacks appear aimed at disrupting farming activities as the rainy season intensifies.
“If these attacks continue, many farmers will abandon their fields, and that will worsen hunger and poverty,” another resident lamented.
Efforts to obtain official confirmation from the police were unsuccessful, as the spokesperson for the Katsina State Police Command, DSP Sadik Aliyu, did not respond to repeated calls and text messages as of the time of filing this report.