Metro

Buhari’s kinsmen flee as bandits take over Katsina community

Villagers in Farfaru and Kwari communities in Jibia local Government area of Katsina have fled after attacks by bandits on Saturday.

The Nation gathered the villagers started relocating to Jibia town after the terrorists ransacked them and abducted unspecified number of children and women.

A resident, who pleaded anonymity, told our correspondent the terrorists struck around 3pm at Farfaru village, burning houses, rustling domestic animals and abducting unspecified number of residents.

A resident revealed that the terrorists were on a reprisal mission.

He said: ’’The terrorists were unhappy because of the arrest of some of their colleagues few days ago by security operatives.

“Only God knows the number of our villagers that the terrorists kidnapped. They also burnt down our houses and rustled our animals.

“Security operatives who arrived Farfaru later saved us from further punishment in the hands of the terrorists.

“The security operatives drove them back to the forests .Many of us have relocated to Jibia for our own safety.”

It was learnt another batch of terrorists stormed Kwari village about 9.30 pm on Saturday where they shot many residents and rustled animals.

No death was reported in the two attacks.

Katsina Police spokesman SP Gambo Isah confirmed the incidents but did not provide details.

“Yes, it is true,” he declared in his response to an SMS enquiry on the incident.

‘’I still need to get across to the DPO in charge of the two communities for details,” he stated.

Treasure Orokpo

A multi-talented individual with a passion for diverse fields, Treasure Orokpo is a trained journalist, skilled cook, and AI enthusiast. When she's not uncovering the latest stories, you can find her whipping up culinary creations in the kitchen and entertainment.

Recent Posts

Soaring rice prices threaten Christmas celebrations for Nigerian families

Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring…

1 day ago

Panic as Stage collapses during Odumodublvck’s performance at Lagos concert

Panic erupted on Saturday at a concert in Lagos when the stage collapsed during Odumodublvck’s…

1 day ago

2025 Budget: FG allocates ₦6.36bn for renovation of Tinubu, Shettima’s official quarters

The Federal Government of Nigeria has allocated ₦6,364,181,224 billion for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of…

1 day ago

Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 22nd December 2024

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for today, 22nd December 2024, can be…

1 day ago

NNPC debunks shutdown rumors, confirms fuel loading at Port Harcourt Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted claims that the 60,000 barrels per…

1 day ago

‘We have to find a way’ – Guardiola laments after defeat to Aston Villa

Manchester City finds itself in unprecedented turmoil, with relegation-level form showing little sign of improvement.…

1 day ago