Residents of Nahuta village in Katsina state, Nigeria, are in a state of panic as more than 100 armed men stormed a military camp in the Batsari local government area. The assailants, arriving on motorcycles and a truck, engaged in a three-hour exchange of gunfire with soldiers, police, and other security forces stationed at the base.
While no soldiers lost their lives, the attackers managed to set ablaze two army vehicles, leaving the military camp in disarray. Following the assault, the gunmen moved into the nearby village of Nahuta, where they looted shops and homes, making off with goods and livestock valued at millions of naira.
Reports suggest that the villagers, gripped by fear, have fled to nearby villages seeking refuge from the armed chaos. This incident underscores the persistent threat posed by armed gangs, locally known as bandits, who operate in the region, causing widespread insecurity and challenging the effectiveness of military operations aimed at curbing their activities.
As the government grapples with the escalating violence, the incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable communities and restore a sense of safety in the troubled north-western region of Nigeria.