Category : Search result: Katsina bandit attacks


37 Kidnap Victims Freed in Katsina Peace Deal

37 kidnapped victims, including women and children, have been released in Katsina without ransom payment following successful peace negotiations with bandits in Bakori LGA.

Senate Approves Death Penalty for Kidnapping

Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.

Katsina Governor Signs N897.87bn 2026 Budget

Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has officially signed the 2026 budget of N897.86 billion into law. The budget incorporates inputs from over 70,000 residents across 361 wards.

Bandits kidnap eight villagers in Kano attack

Armed bandits kidnapped eight villagers in Biresawa, Kano State, despite prior warnings to security forces. Victims include women and teenagers taken to unknown locations.

Katsina Govt Warns of Stringent Measures Against GBV

Katsina State Government vows stringent action against Gender-Based Violence perpetrators. Governor Radda announces new laws and urges public reporting. NAPTIP highlights rape as a prevalent issue.

11 kidnapped in fresh Kwara bandit attack

Armed bandits kidnapped 11 residents including a pregnant woman in Isapa, Kwara State. Security forces are searching forests for victims after recent church abduction.

Zamfara Enhances Security to Keep Schools Open

Zamfara State government has unveiled new security measures to protect schools from bandit attacks, ensuring classes continue. Learn how they plan to safeguard education.

Bandit Leader Imposes N50m Levy on Katsina Towns

Notorious bandit Mustapha Babaro demands N50 million from Yargoje communities in Katsina, raising questions about peace deals effectiveness. Residents fear repercussions if deadline missed.

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