Bandits Attack Katsina Community, Shoot Activist, Abduct Wives

Bandits have abducted an activist, Ibrahim Mai Katia, during an attack on the Turare community in Dutsin-ma Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Naija News understands that Kaita is known for his advocacy for good governance and has been a vocal and critical voice in efforts to improve the region.

According to TVC, while the bandits shot the activist, his two wives were abducted to an unknown destination.

Banditry, kidnapping and terrorism have been on the rise in Katsina for the last few years, with many attacks unreported.

The state government led by Umar Dikko Rada has also ramped up efforts to address the situation by creating a Katsina Vigilante Service, a community policing initiative.

Bandits Holding 20 Captives On Your Training Ground

In other news, at least 20 passengers travelling in five vehicles were reportedly kidnapped on the Mariga-Kontagora road in Niger State on Thursday.

The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Barrister Abdulmalik Sarkin-Daji, confirmed the incident, stating that the kidnapping occurred between Baban-Lamba and Beri.

Sarkin-Daji, who represents Mariga Constituency, expressed concern over recurring abductions along this route and called on the military to intervene urgently.

The incident follows previous kidnappings in the area, where family members have reportedly delivered ransom payments to release victims, indicating that kidnappers operate within the vicinity of a military training area.

The Speaker noted that released hostages confirmed being held in a forested area near the Kontagora Army Barracks. He urged the military to assess intelligence and swiftly clear the area of bandit presence to prevent further attacks on travellers.