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Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed

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Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed

By Zagazola Makama

A kidnapping attempt was foiled in the early hours of April 5, 2025, in Gidan Yan Ali, Kurba Village, Kankara Local Government Area, Katsina State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the armed bandits, believed to be part of a larger criminal gang, attacked the village around 2345hrs, setting fire to corn stalks and attempting to abduct women and animals.

Security forces were deployed to the scene to engage the bandits leading to a heavy gunfight
Although the team successfully repelled the assailants, the bandits shot and killed one Murtala Dayyabu Sidi, a 40-year-old male, before fleeing into nearby bushes.

Thanks to the prompt intervention of the security forces, the kidnapped women were rescued unharmed, and the stolen animals were recovered and returned to their rightful owners.

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Father kills 18-year-old daughter in kano

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Father kills 18-year-old daughter in kano

By: Zagazola Makama

A 60-year-old man, Adamu Mohammed, has allegedly killed his 18-year-old daughter, Zainab Adamu, during a domestic altercation at their residence in Dawakin Dakata Quarters, Kano.

Zagazola Makama learnt that the tragic incident reportedly occurred around 5:00 a.m. on Monday, when the father struck the young girl with a hard object, leaving her unconscious. A concerned resident raised an alarm about two hours later, leading to swift action by members of the community.

The sources said that the scene was promptly visited by the police. The unconscious victim was rushed to Sir Sunusi Specialist Hospital, where she was later confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

The remains of the deceased have been released to her family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

Police sources said that the suspect has been taken into custody while investigation is ongoing to determine the motive behind the act.

Community sources described the incident as deeply shocking and called for increased awareness and intervention to address the rising cases of domestic violence, particularly those involving family members.

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Police foil kidnapping attempt in katsina, rescue three women and baby

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Police foil kidnapping attempt in katsina, rescue three women and baby

By: Zagazola Makama

The Police in Katsina has foiled a kidnapping attempt in Mazare village, Sabuwa Local Government Area, rescuing three women and a baby girl unhurt during a gun battle with suspected bandits.

It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 12:21 a.m. on June 17 when armed men suspected to be bandits stormed the village and attempted to abduct residents.

Police sources said that upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Sabuwa mobilized and led a team of officers in Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) patrol vehicles to the scene, where they engaged the assailants in a fierce gun duel.

“During the confrontation, the operatives successfully rescued three women and an infant girl who were taken by the bandits. Two residents Saidu Isa, and Saidu Wa’alam, sustained injuries during the attack and were rushed to Haske Private Hospital, Sabuwa, for medical attention.

The sources efforts are being sustained to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects and restore calm to the affected community.

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Security forces rescue four abducted illegal miners in Zamfara, others still in captivity

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Security forces rescue four abducted illegal miners in Zamfara, others still in captivity

By: Zagazola Makama

Atleast four abducted youths were rescued following a swift joint operation involving the troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, police personnel, members of the Civilian Protection Group (CPG), and local hunters.

Zagazola Makama was informed that the incident occurred on June 17, when eight boys from Alasanawa village in Moriki District, Zurmi Local Government Area, were reportedly abducted by armed bandits while engaging in illegal mining activities in Alawa bush, near the notorious Hawan Bakwai black spot.

The operatives engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, successfully rescuing four of the abducted boys while efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining four victims still held in captivity.

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