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Katsina
29 posts
Military forces save nine hostages and seize stolen animals in Katsina
Operation FANSAN YAMMA forces liberated nine kidnap victims, confiscated 56 stolen livestock, and apprehended a suspected terrorist during recent operations in Katsina State.
July 17, 2026
Vigilante Commander Murdered by Bandits Leading to Road Protests in Katsina
A vigilante leader was killed by armed bandits in Katsina, sparking highway protests that were later dispersed by security forces.
July 17, 2026
Police Apprehend Alleged Drug Supplier to Bandits in Katsina
Katsina police have arrested a suspected drug dealer accused of providing illicit substances to armed bandits operating in the Funtua region.
July 17, 2026
Alleged Bandit Apprehended by Soldiers in Katsina
Troops in Katsina State have arrested Lawal Sani, an alleged bandit, after finding incriminating video evidence on his phone during a routine patrol.
July 17, 2026
Katsina residents share traumatic accounts of violence at News Central forum
Victims of banditry in Katsina State shared personal accounts of kidnapping and loss at a News Central town hall meeting focused on finding solutions to regional insecurity.
July 10, 2026
Military forces eliminate eight suspected terrorists in Katsina ambush
A joint military operation in Katsina State successfully intercepted eight suspected terrorists, preventing a planned attack on motorists along the Kakumi–Guga Road.
July 9, 2026
Military neutralizes eight terrorists during failed ambush in Katsina
Troops and hybrid forces successfully blocked a terrorist assault on the Kakumi–Guga Road in Katsina, killing eight fighters and seizing weapons.
July 9, 2026
Katsina Police Successfully Prosecute Two for Terrorism and Arms Trafficking
Two individuals have been sentenced to prison in Katsina State following a police investigation that uncovered a major cache of illegal firearms and ammunition.
July 3, 2026
Kano Federal High Court Orders Remand of Two Men Accused of Aiding Katsina Bandits
Two Katsina residents have been remanded in custody by a Kano Federal High Court following allegations of supporting bandit operations in violation of the Terrorism Prevention Act.
July 3, 2026
Amnesty International Criticizes Katsina Mob Incident, Rejects Mob Rule
Amnesty International has condemned a recent incident in Katsina where a mob demanded the extrajudicial killing of a blasphemy suspect, labeling the act a threat to the rule of law in Nigeria.
July 3, 2026