At least seven people were killed late Friday night when gunmen attacked Magajin Wando village in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The attack, which happened around 11pm, left the community in fear as the armed bandits shot randomly at residents.
Katsina state commissioner for internal security, Dr. Nasiru Mua’zu, confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday. He lamented the situation would have been worse if not for the quick response of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (CWC).
“The Community Watch Corps engaged the bandits and pushed them back,” Mua’zu said. “Sadly, while the corps was evacuating the injured to the hospital, the bandits ambushed them. Their vehicle came under heavy gunfire and was set on fire, but they still managed to bring the injured to safety.”
The commissioner explained that reports indicate the ambush was an act of revenge after the bandits lost several members during the first clash with the corps.
He condemned the killings and praised the bravery of the security volunteers. “We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and pray for the quick recovery of the injured,” he added.
Mua’zu assured residents that the government would continue to work with the military, police, and other agencies to step up operations against all criminal elements.
