Bandits attacked Dan-Ali, a community in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State, disrupting Jumat prayers in multiple mosques on Friday, October 4. Armed with dangerous weapons, they stormed the area, firing sporadically, causing panic and forcing worshippers to flee . A community source confirmed the incident, expressing gratitude to the Security Watch Corps for chasing the bandits away. However, the source emphasized the need for reinforcement, as the bandits have been terrorizing the community, preventing farmers from accessing their farmlands in Dan-Ali and surrounding areas, including Gwarjo, Dangane, Tudun, Tasha Kadanya, and Tasha Biri .
Affected Areas:
- Dan-Ali
- Gwarjo
- Dangane
- Tudun
- Tasha Kadanya
- Tasha Biri
The bandits have been kidnapping farmers, leaving the community in fear. The source pleaded for help, saying, “We need reinforcement because the bandits are giving us a tough time in our communities as we speak” . Unfortunately, efforts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, for comment were unsuccessful .
