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Tragic Attack on Katsina Mosque During Morning Prayers Claims 27 Lives
A shocking attack struck a mosque in Unguwan Mantau, Katsina State, on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, during morning prayers, leaving at least 27 worshippers dead and several others injured. The gunmen opened fire around dawn as the faithful gathered for Fajr prayers, before fleeing the scene.
The incident has heightened fears about security in the region, which has been struggling with violence linked to clashes between local farmers and herders over land and resources. Officials suspect the attack may have been retaliation following a recent confrontation between townspeople and armed men in the area.
In response, the Katsina State government has deployed both police and military forces to Unguwan Mantau to prevent further attacks. State authorities warned that bandits often hide among crops during the rainy season to launch assaults on communities, making security patrols essential.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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