Terrorists Attack Kano Communities, Abduct 25 Residents

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At least 25 residents were abducted and two others injured after armed bandits attacked Unguwar Tsamiya in Faruruwa village and the Dabawa community, both located in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. The attacks occurred on Sunday night, authorities and local journalists reported.

The incident came less than 24 hours after a similar attack on Yan Kamaye community in Tsanyawa LGA, which lies close to the Katsina State border, raising concerns about escalating insecurity in the region.

Bakatsine, a conflict and crisis journalist covering northwest Nigeria, disclosed the latest attacks on Monday. He also questioned the effectiveness of ongoing peace initiatives with bandits in Katsina State, particularly in areas neighboring Kano.

“Last night, bandits attacked Unguwar Tsamiya in Faruruwa village and the Dabawa community, both in Shanono LGA of Kano State,” Bakatsine wrote. “Two people were injured, and at least 25 residents were abducted. 

This occurred less than 24 hours after a similar attack on Yan Kamaye in Tsanyawa LGA, another community bordering Katsina State. With these repeated attacks, one is left wondering: What is the real value of the peace deal in Katsina State, especially in the LGAs bordering Kano State?”

Security sources have confirmed the attacks, but details on the abducted residents’ conditions remain scarce. Efforts by security agencies to rescue the victims are reportedly underway.

This series of attacks highlights the persistent security challenges faced by communities in northwest Nigeria, particularly along the Kano-Katsina border corridor. Residents have called for increased patrols and swift government action to prevent further kidnappings.