Airstrike in Katsina Forces Bandits to Flee, 62 Kidnapped Victims Escape
Airstrike Leads to Escape of 62 Kidnapped Victims from Katsina Bandits’ Camp
The Katsina State Government has confirmed the remarkable escape of 62 kidnapped victims following a targeted airstrike on a notorious bandit camp in Danmusa Local Government Area.
According to Dr. Nasir Mu’azu, the state’s Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, the operation was conducted by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Saturday evening at 5:10 p.m., targeting the hideout of feared kingpin Muhammadu Fulani in the Jigawa-Sawai area bordering Zamfara State Vanguard NewsThe Nation Newspaper.
The force of the strike caused the bandits to flee their stronghold, allowing captives who had been taken during a violent night attack in Sayaya village on August 11, 2025, to escape in different directions Vanguard NewsThe Guardian Nigeria.
Of those who fled, 12 are currently receiving medical treatment at the Matazu General Hospital, while 16 others are under care at the Army Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Kaiga Malamai, where they are being monitored and assisted Vanguard News+1The Guardian Nigeria.
State authorities have reassured families that the Quick Response Wing of the NAF has been deployed to both Bakori and Matazu LGAs to ensure continued security and facilitate further rescue efforts as needed Vanguard NewsDaily Post Nigeria.
Furthermore, Dr. Mu’azu confirmed that the government would reunite survivors with their loved ones after completing necessary medical assessments, underscoring a commitment to restoring normalcy to affected communities Vanguard NewsLeadership News.
