In a bold and timely operation, security operatives in Katsina State successfully repelled two separate bandit attacks in Faskari Local Government Area, preventing what could have been a devastating blow to vulnerable communities.
The coordinated effort, which unfolded on Saturday, August 2, 2025, was the result of swift intelligence gathering and prompt deployment by the Katsina State Police Command, supported by the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Air Force, the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), and local vigilante groups.
According to a press statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the first distress report was received at approximately 3:00 PM from Unguwar Dudu village, alerting authorities of suspected armed bandits poised for an assault.
Without hesitation, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Faskari mobilized a joint security response team. “Their swift arrival and strategic positioning were critical,” the statement revealed. “The team was able to frustrate the planned attack, securing Unguwar Dudu and dispersing the bandits before any harm could be done.”
Just two hours later, at about 5:00 PM, a second alarm was raised from Yartasha and Buntu villages under the Daudawa Ward of Faskari. Once again, the security forces sprang into action. This time, the response team, led by the DPO with support from military troops and the Air Force, engaged the attackers in a fierce gun duel.
“The operatives displayed gallantry and tactical precision,” DSP Aliyu noted. “They were able to decisively repel the armed bandits and safeguard the affected communities.”
Though the number of casualties on the part of the bandits was not disclosed, sources close to the operation confirmed that the attackers were forced to retreat into the surrounding forest, with some sustaining injuries.
Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, psc, fdc, MNIM, praised the operatives for their courage and swift response, describing the success as “a testament to our renewed internal security strategy and synergy with sister security agencies.”
“The safety of our citizens is non-negotiable,” CP Shehu said. “We are working tirelessly to ensure Katsina becomes an uncomfortable zone for criminals to operate.”
He emphasized the importance of community cooperation and called on residents to remain vigilant and provide timely and credible intelligence to law enforcement authorities.
“This victory belongs to the people,” he said. “The more we share intelligence, the faster we can act. We urge the public to trust and work with us.”
The twin foiled attacks underscore the volatility of security challenges in Katsina’s rural belts, particularly in Faskari LGA, which has been repeatedly targeted by armed groups in recent years. However, the recent display of coordinated response gives hope to many villagers who have long endured life under threat.
Local sources applauded the efforts of the security operatives. “We’ve seen change,” said a resident of Unguwar Dudu. “This time, they came quickly. We are grateful.”
Meanwhile, security patrols have been intensified in and around vulnerable communities, with aerial surveillance support and foot patrols already underway as authorities pursue the fleeing criminals.
As Katsina continues to confront banditry head-on, the Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and restoring peace to all troubled areas within the state.
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