The Digest:
Armed bandits launched coordinated night attacks on multiple communities in Katsina State, abducting an unspecified number of residents in Na’alma Ward, Malumfashi Local Government Area. The assaults targeted Unguwar Alhaji Barau, Gidan Dan Mai-gizo, and Gidan Hazo, leaving families in turmoil as security forces have yet to issue an official statement.
Ket Points:
- Bandits attacked multiple communities in Na’alma Ward, Malumfashi LGA
- The assaults occurred on Monday night and lasted several hours
- Unguwar Alhaji Barau, Gidan Dan Mai-gizo, and Gidan Hazo were targeted
- Exact numbers of casualties and abductees remain unconfirmed
- Katsina Police spokesperson said he was unaware, but promised to investigate
- Malumfashi is a frontline area where bandit activity persists despite peace talks
- This follows a deadly mosque attack in the same LGA in August 2025
Sources: Channels Television, Leadership
