Schools in Guga District of Bakori Local Government Area, Katsina State, have shut down following a fresh attack by bandits in Dabaro, a neighbouring community in Faskari LGA.
The incident, which occurred on Thursday morning, left several people dead and dozens of cattle rustled, further deepening fears of insecurity across the southern part of the state.
A security analyst, Bakatsine disclosed the development in a post on Thursday.
“This morning, bandits attacked Dabaro in Faskari LGA, Katsina State. They killed several people and rustled many cattle.
“Insecurity in Katsina South continues to deteriorate, as residents report the closure of schools in Guga due to rising threats,” Bakatsine wrote.”
As of the time of filing this report, state authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the Dabaro attack or the school closures in Guga.