At least seven people have reportedly been killed after local vigilantes and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) repelled a bandit attack on Ketare town in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The incident was disclosed on Monday by security analyst Bakatsine in a post on X.
According to him, the attack occurred on Sunday night when heavily armed bandits attempted to invade the town but encountered fierce resistance from local vigilantes and CJTF operatives.
Following a prolonged gun battle, the attackers were forced to retreat.
“Last night, bandits attempted to attack Ketare town in Malumfashi LGA of Katsina State, but were repelled after a prolonged gun battle with vigilantes and CJTF personnel,” Bakatsine wrote.
He revealed that the confrontation claimed the lives of at least seven defenders, including two CJTF members.
“The town may have survived the attack, but the pain remains. At least seven defenders, including two CJTF personnel, were reportedly killed,” he stated.
Bakatsine lamented the human cost of the violence, noting that every casualty represents a family left devastated.
“Behind every casualty is a family that won’t be the same again, children who have lost fathers, and a community forced to grieve while living under the constant shadow of violence.
“No community should have to endure this cycle of fear and loss,” he added.