Funeral prayers held for bandit attack victims in Katsina community

Residents of Doma Tafoki Ward in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State have held funeral prayers for victims of a d3adly bandit attack that occurred in the community on Wednesday, February 3, 2026.

20 residents were reportedly k!lled in the assault by suspected armed bandits loyal to the notorious Isiya Kwashen Garwa.

Police confirmed that 13 persons were k!lled during the attack on February 3, 2026, while local government sources, including Bala Ado, Chairman of Faskari LGA, put the figure at over 20 fatalities, with many others injured and properties destroyed. 

The bandits reportedly set houses and a Golf 3 vehicle ablaze during the assault.

Army troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, police, and Civilian Watch patrols responded swiftly, and major escape routes were blocked to pursue the fleeing culprits.

The Nigeria Air Force also played a key role in neutralising 27 armed bandits. 

Community members gathered to pay their last respects to the deceased, who were described by locals as innocent civilians killed during the нападение by armed bandits.

Speaking at the prayer ground, community leaders and clerics offered prayers for the repose of the souls of the victims, asking Almighty Allah to grant them mercy and accept them as martyrs.