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Bandits kill 11, injure two in Katsina community

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  • At least 11 people were killed and two injured in a renewed bandit attack on Gurbi Village in Kankara Local Government Area, Katsina State, Nigeria.
  • The attack occurred on Sunday afternoon, with security agencies mobilizing to the scene after receiving a distress call, causing the assailants to flee.
  • Authorities have deployed additional tactical teams to the area and urged the public to provide information to aid in tracking and apprehending the perpetrators.

The recent bandit attack in Gurbi Village, Katsina State, resulting in the tragic loss of 11 lives, underscores the persistent and devastating security challenges plaguing parts of Nigeria. This incident, occurring in the Kankara Local Government Area, highlights the vulnerability of communities to organized criminal elements.

The Katsina State Police Command regrets to inform the public of a bandits’ attack on Gurbi Village, Kankara LGA, Katsina State, which occurred at about 2:40 pm on April 26th, 2026.

— DSP Abubakar SadiqKatsina State Police Public Relations Officer, confirming the bandit attack and its timing.

The swift response from security agencies, including the police and military, upon receiving a distress call is commendable. Their mobilization forced the assailants to flee, preventing further immediate harm. However, the fact that such an attack could occur and result in significant casualties points to the ongoing need for enhanced security measures and intelligence gathering.

Suspected bandits attacked the village and fatally shot 11 persons, while two others sustained varying degrees of injury before the arrival of security agencies.

— DSP Abubakar SadiqKatsina State Police Public Relations Officer, detailing the casualties of the attack.

The deployment of additional tactical teams and the call for public cooperation are crucial steps in restoring normalcy and ensuring justice. The Katsina State Police Command's assurance that efforts are underway to track and prosecute the perpetrators reflects a commitment to addressing the violence. This event serves as a grim reminder of the critical importance of sustained efforts to combat banditry and ensure the safety and security of all citizens in the region.

Normalcy has since been restored to the area. The injured victims were evacuated to a nearby hospital for medical attention, while the bodies of the deceased have been released to their families for burial in line with Islamic rites.

— DSP Abubakar SadiqKatsina State Police Public Relations Officer, providing an update on the situation post-attack.
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