One Killed, Two Injured in Communal Clash in Niger

By Zagazola Makama

One person has been confirmed dead while two others sustained injuries following a communal clash between Fulani and Gwari youths in Gambwa village via Fuka area of Niger State.

Security sources said the incident occurred on April 30 when youths from both communities engaged in a violent confrontation over a disputed piece of land.

The sources disclosed that the clash led to the burning of tents and dwelling houses, causing panic among residents.

According to the sources, three persons Safe Turaki, 45; Shuaibu Ahmadu, 25; and Nasiru Yahaya, 54 sustained varying degrees of injuries during the violence.

They added that the victims were rushed to Kafin Koro Hospital for treatment, where Shuaibu was treated and discharged, Nasiru is still receiving medical care, while Safe Turaki later died from injuries sustained.

The sources further said security operatives visited the scene, restored calm, and brought the situation under control.

They noted that efforts are ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the violence, while investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the clash.

One Killed, Two Injured in Communal Clash in Niger

Troops Rescue Two Victims, Launch Manhunt After Bandits’ Attack on Katsina–Kaduna Border

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have rescued two kidnapped victims and launched a manhunt for suspected bandits following an attack along Gadar Iya axis on the border between Katsina and Kaduna States.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on May 1 when heavily armed bandits blocked the road and abducted occupants of two vehicles a Mitsubishi Canter truck and a Toyota Corolla.

The sources disclosed that the attackers kidnapped about five unidentified occupants from the truck, along with six passengers from the Toyota Corolla identified as Isiya Abubakar, Sufiyanu Gide, Rabi Isiyaku, Harira Isiyaku, Jamila, and Maliki Muhammad.

According to the sources, troops swiftly mobilised to the scene, secured the area, and commenced aggressive clearance operations.

They added that during the operation, two victims Muhammad Sani, 60, from Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State, and Khadija Isiyaku, 25, from Keffi in Nasarawa State were successfully rescued.

The sources further said the affected vehicles were evacuated to a secure location, while ongoing cordon-and-search operations are aimed at rescuing the remaining victims and apprehending the fleeing suspects.

Security presence has been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.

Troops Rescue Two Victims, Launch Manhunt After Bandits’ Attack on Katsina–Kaduna Border

One Killed as Security Forces Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina

By Zagazola Makama

A 21-year-old man, Musa Bashir, has been killed during a bandit attack on Unguwar Kanawa village in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 9:50 p.m. on May 1 when a large number of heavily armed bandits invaded the community.

The sources disclosed that security operatives, supported by military personnel and local security groups, were swiftly mobilised to the area and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun duel.

According to the sources, the bandits were overpowered and forced to retreat into a nearby forest following the exchange.

They added that during a post-attack assessment, Musa Bashir was found fatally shot.

The sources further said the victim’s body was evacuated to the General Hospital in Dandume, where he was confirmed dead by medical personnel.

Security teams have since launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspects, with intensified patrols ongoing in the area.

One Killed as Security Forces Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina