In a daring assault, armed bandits stormed a joint military camp in Nahuta village, Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina state, on Sunday night, leaving a trail of destruction and looted goods in their wake. The attack occurred around 11:30 pm, with heavily-armed bandits wielding AK-47s and other weapons, setting ablaze vehicles and valuables within the camp.
Despite being outnumbered, the courageous soldiers at the camp successfully repelled the assault, resulting in no loss of life. Sources within the camp confirmed the extent of the damage caused during the attack, expressing concern over the lack of reinforcements throughout the encounter.
Taking advantage of the chaos, the bandits extended their mayhem to Nahuta town. They ransacked shops, broke into houses, and looted properties and livestock worth millions of naira, leaving residents traumatized and dispossessed.
As of the latest report, security agencies have yet to provide official comments on the incident. The state of Katsina continues to grapple with the persistent menace of banditry and kidnapping, with this latest attack highlighting the challenges faced by security forces in the region.
