- Successful Rescue Operation: Katsina Police Command foiled simultaneous attacks on three quarters in Jibia Township, rescuing 21 abducted victims.
- Collaborative Efforts: Police worked with the Army, State Community Watch Corps, and Vigilantes to repel the attackers.
- Gun Duel and Casualties: A fierce gun duel lasted over an hour, forcing the bandits to retreat with unspecified casualties.
- Rescue and Injuries: 16 victims were rescued, while 5 others sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to the hospital.
- Loss of Life: One member of the state’s security outfit and a vigilante member lost their lives during the encounter.
On November 7, the Katsina Police Command successfully foiled simultaneous bandits’ attacks at Ka’ida, Unguwar One Boy, and Danmarke quarters in Jibia Township. The swift response of the joint security team, led by the DPO Jibia, repelled the attackers, resulting in a fierce gun duel that lasted over an hour. The superior firepower and tactical advantage of the joint security team eventually forced the bandits to retreat with unspecified casualties.
The police spokesman, ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, regretfully announced that one member of the state’s security outfit and a vigilante member lost their lives during the encounter. The command reassures the public of its commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state and urges citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call the command’s emergency numbers: 0815 967 7777 and 0707 272 2539.
