A terrorist attack on Unguwar Sarkin Noma Community in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State has resulted in the tragic loss of at least twenty-four lives, with several others sustaining injuries. The victims, predominantly vigilante members, were reportedly targeted by the terrorists during the attack.

According to reports from Channels Television, the attack, which occurred on Thursday night, lasted for about an hour, during which the terrorists raided four villages: Unguwar Sarkin Noma, Gangara, Tafi, and Kore. The assailants unleashed terror on the residents, shooting sporadically and causing panic among the community members.

Local security officials indicated that the attack was believed to be in retaliation for recent military offensives against the terrorists’ hideouts. The terrorists, in what was described as reprisals, targeted the vigilante members who had come out to confront them.

Speaking on the tragic incident, the Chairman of Sabuwa Local Government Council, Faruq Dalhatu, revealed that 23 of the victims were laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites on Friday morning. The remaining victim was conveyed from the hospital to be buried after succumbing to injuries sustained during the attack.

Dalhatu also highlighted the swift response of security agencies to the distress call, stating that they had mobilized to the community upon receiving the alert. However, despite their efforts, the bandits executed the attack, resulting in the loss of lives.

As of now, police authorities are yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. Phone calls made to the spokesman of the State Police Command, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, remained unanswered, leaving the community grappling with the aftermath of the devastating attack.