The Digest:
Two protesters have been killed in Katsina State as residents of Malumfashi communities blocked major highways to protest persistent bandit attacks and the collapse of a government-brokered peace agreement. According to Daily Trust, the demonstration turned violent when security forces intervened, resulting in casualties amid growing frustration over worsening insecurity in rural areas.
Key Points:
- Two protesters were killed during demonstrations against bandit attacks in Katsina.
- Youths blocked the Funtua-Katsina highway following fresh bandit raids.
- Monday's attack left one dead and 17 abducted in the Danjanku community.
- Residents say bandits have kidnapped over 30 people in one week.
- Protesters accused soldiers of shooting and killing two demonstrators.
- Communities reported that bandits still impose taxes despite the peace agreement.
- A separate attack in Bakori left one policeman dead and nine bandits neutralized.
Sources: Daily Trust
