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Katsina State Government Condemns Bandits' Cowardly Attack on Mosque, Assures Increased Security

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The Katsina State Government has strongly condemned the brutal attack on a mosque in Malumfashi Local Government, where 28 worshippers were killed during morning prayers. In a statement, Acting Governor Alhaji Faruq Lawal-Jobe described the incident as "sad and most unfortunate" and labeled the bandits as "cowards" for attacking the people when they were performing their obligatory duties. The governor further emphasized that the state has invested heavily in security, including acquiring eight new Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) to enhance its fight against banditry. The attack occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, August 18, when suspected bandits targeted the Unguwan Mantau mosque.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Katsina State Government has condemned the bandits' attack on the mosque, labeling them as cowards for targeting worshippers during morning prayers.
  • The attack occurred in Malumfashi Local Government, where 28 worshippers were killed on Tuesday, August 18.
  • The state has invested approximately N36 billion in security measures, including acquiring 43 APCs, one of the highest numbers in the region.
  • Four of the eight frontline local governments-Jibia, Batsari, Kankara, and Danmusa-have been secured, but the fight continues.
  • The government has sought federal support, including a meeting with the leadership of the security forces and a scheduled visit by the Chief of Army Staff.
  • The state's Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mu'azu, emphasized that security is a community-driven effort and urged public participation and transparency in security investments.

Statistics:

  • 28 worshippers were killed during the attack on the mosque in Malumfashi Local Government.
  • N36 billion has been invested by the state in security measures, including the acquisition of 43 APCs.
  • Four of the eight frontline local governments-Jibia, Batsari, Kankara, and Danmusa-have been secured by the state.
  • 76 kidnapped victims were freed during the early hours of Tuesday, August 18.
  • The state has acquired eight new APCs to enhance its fight against banditry.
  • The state has one of the highest numbers of security assets in the region, including 43 APCs.

Sources:

  • News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)
  • Acting Governor Alhaji Faruq Lawal-Jobe
  • Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mu'azu
  • Katsina State Government

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