The Katsina State Government has confirm a tragic incident that occurred last night, between 11:00 p.m. and midnight, where seven (7) lives were lost when armed bandits launched an attack on Magajin Wando village in Dandume Local Government Area.
Thanks to the swift and courageous intervention of the Community Watch Corps, the attack was repelled, preventing what could have been a far more devastating outcome for the community.
In the immediate aftermath, those who sustained injury during the attack were evacuated. However, they were ambushed on their way to the hospital by the same group who had divided themselves. In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, their vehicle being riddled with bullets, the Community Watch Corps fought bravely, escaped the ambush, and returned to safety, and CWC vehicle was burnt during the ambush by the bandits.
Preliminary findings indicate that the ambush was carried out by the same group of criminals, who moved to revenge so many of their members who were killed in the Magaji Wando Community during the repel by the Community Watch Corps.
The Katsina State Government, through the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, commends the bravery and sacrifice of the Community Watch Corps for their prompt response and their continued commitment to safeguarding vulnerable communities under very dangerous conditions.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and pray for the quick recovery of the injured.
The government remains resolute in its commitment to intensify security operations across the state. We will continue to work closely with the military, police, and other security agencies to track down and dismantle the criminal networks behind these attacks.
We call on residents to remain vigilant and promptly share any useful information with security agencies to support ongoing operations. Together with the courage of our security forces and the resilience of our people. We will defeat these enemies of peace and restore lasting security across Katsina State.
Dr. Nasir Mu’azu
Hon. Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs