Armed bandits have launched another devastating attack in Kano State, resulting in the death of an elderly woman and the abduction of several residents in Yankamaye village. The latest assault occurred on Saturday, November 29, 2025, as villagers were preparing to retire for the night.
Details of the Yankamaye Village Attack
According to eyewitness accounts, the gunmen arrived on motorcycles during the late evening hours but parked their vehicles at a distance before proceeding into the community on foot. The assailants immediately began shooting sporadically, creating panic among residents and allowing them to carry out their nefarious activities.
The bandits shot dead an elderly woman during the attack and successfully abducted multiple residents from their homes. The incident marks the latest in a series of security breaches in Kano's northern local government areas, despite ongoing military operations in neighboring North-West states.
Pattern of Bandit Activities in Kano
This attack follows closely on the heels of another bandit assault that occurred just days earlier. On Monday, November 24, 2025, armed criminals targeted Biresawa village in the same Tsanyawa local government area, where at least eight persons were reportedly abducted.
The security situation in the region appears to be deteriorating, with bandits reportedly fleeing military operations and controversial peace deals in nearby states. Yankamaye village represents the latest community to fall victim to these displaced criminal elements who are now extending their operations into Kano State.
Government Response and Security Measures
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has addressed the growing security concerns, emphasizing that the recent incursions by bandits, kidnappers, and cattle rustlers remain a top priority for his administration. During the last Executive Council Meeting held at Government House, Kano, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his government's determination to confront the rising security threats across parts of the state.
The governor's statement comes amid increasing public anxiety about the spread of bandit activities into areas previously considered relatively secure. Security analysts note that the pattern of attacks suggests coordinated movements by criminal groups seeking new territories for their operations.
This latest incident in Yankamaye village underscores the persistent security challenges facing northern Nigeria and raises questions about the effectiveness of current strategies to combat banditry and kidnapping in the region.
