Suspected bandits on Sunday evening launched an attack on Ketare town in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State but were repelled by security volunteers after a prolonged gun battle loosing at least seven local defenders, including two members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF).
It was gathered that the heavily armed assailants stormed the community on Sunday evening but met fierce resistance from vigilante groups and CJTF personnel, forcing them to retreat after an intense exchange of gunfire.
A security analyst disclosed on Monday that the bandits failed to overrun the town but inflicted significant casualties on those defending it.
“Last night, bandits attempted to attack Ketare town in Malumfashi LGA of Katsina State, but were repelled after a prolonged gun battle with vigilantes and CJTF personnel,” he explained.
“The town may have survived the attack, but the pain remains. At least seven defenders, including two CJTF personnel, were reportedly killed.”
“Behind every casualty is a family that won’t be the same again, children who have lost fathers, and a community forced to grieve while living under the constant shadow of violence. No community should have to endure this cycle of fear and loss,” he added.
However, the community has changed the story of people fleeing from bandits to bandits running from the people which is a sign of victory for the community while those who lost their lives did not die in vain.
