Katsina
Coverage of Katsina in the Nexus archive.
- Bandits kill one, abduct 31 in latest attack on Katsina communities
Bandits killed one person and abducted 31 residents in an attack on Shuwaki, Katsina. Initially, 32 were abducted, but an ailing woman was later released.
- Police rescue abducted woman, recover 15 rustled cattle in Katsina
The police in Katsina rescued an abducted woman and recovered 15 rustled cattle during operations in Funtua and Musawa local government areas on 17 and 19 July.
- One killed, seven injured as bandit attack triggers reprisal in Katsina
A suspected bandit attack in Katsina killed one person and injured seven, with residents reporting that a prominent community member was among the victims. The attack triggered reprisal violence across three communities in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
- Former Katsina governor defends Tinubu’s reforms, launches APC mobilisation network
Former Katsina Governor Ibrahim Shema has launched a statewide APC mobilisation network and defended the economic reforms of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dikko Radda ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- Police battle bandits in Katsina, rescue two kidnap victims
Police in Katsina engaged bandits in a gunfight, leading to the bandits fleeing and the rescue of two kidnapping victims. The operation resulted in the successful recovery of the victims.
- Police arrest seven suspected robbers, recover stolen items
The police arrested seven suspected robbers following an investigation into a reported robbery at Unwala Quarters in Katsina. Stolen items were recovered during the operation.
- Nigeria: Troops Crush Terrorists in Sokoto, Katsina, Rescue Abductees, Recover Arms
Nigerian troops under 'Operation FANSAN YAMMA' have neutralized terrorist groups in Sokoto and Katsina, rescuing abductees and recovering weapons. The operation targeted terrorists in the North-West region, delivering a significant setback to their activities.
- ‘People are losing hope in ADC’ — Inuwa warns as Katsina governorship dispute festers
Mustapha Inuwa warns that supporters are losing confidence in the ADC due to an unresolved dispute over the governorship candidate selection process in Katsina. The dispute has led to growing concerns about the party's future.
- Katsina to stop live animal exports — Radda
Governor Dikko Radda plans to end the export of livestock in its raw form and instead focus on local meat processing. The announcement was made in a post by Premium Times Nigeria.
- Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards for Katsina
President Tinubu has approved the deployment of 1,000 forest guards to Katsina state, which is grappling with banditry, kidnapping, and cattle rustling in several local government areas.
- Katsina court sentences woman to death for trafficking ammunition to bandits
Hauwa'u Mukhtar was sentenced to death by a Katsina High Court for trafficking ammunition to bandits. The trial occurred in Suit No. KTH/65C/2023 before Justice A.B. Bawale.
- NYSC raises security concerns over shared access to Katsina orientation camp
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has requested the Katsina State Government to provide a separate entrance for its permanent orientation camp due to security concerns. The shared access to the camp has raised alarms, prompting the call for a dedicated entry point.
- Katsina businessman reportedly killed after bandits collected ransom
A Katsina businessman named Bala Sanin Kawo was reportedly killed by bandits days after he was abducted in Dandume Local Government Area. The bandits had collected a ransom before his death.
- Rabe Abubakar’s widow rescued as military intensifies Katsina offensive
Amina Abubakar, widow of Rabe Abubakar, was rescued by troops during military operations in Katsina. The military has intensified its offensive in the region.
- Insecurity: Fresh calls for state police, By Reuben Abati
Lawmakers, governors, and citizens are advocating for the establishment of state police due to a surge in kidnappings across several Nigerian states, including Oyo, Borno, Kebbi, Katsina, Kwara, Zamfara, and Niger.