Some gunmen have killed 21 people in an attack on Baure village, Safana Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina state.
Gatekeepers News reports that Abubakar Aliyu, spokesman of the state police command confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday.
Aliyu said the gunmen targeted a joint team of Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC) and vigilante members.
The spokesman noted that the victims were ambushed while returning from a condolence visit on Tuesday.
He said, “The incident occurred at about 4:30 p.m., prompting a swift response from police operatives attached to Safana Divisional Headquarters, who rushed to the scene and restored normalcy.”
“Sadly, 21 persons were fatally shot as a result of the attack.”
Aliyu further said efforts were underway to apprehend those responsible for the attack, adding that updates would be provided as investigations progress.
