The death toll in Katsina state from bandit attacks has risen to 130 security personnel killed, according to the Katsina government. Most of the fatalities are members of the state-owned security outfit, the Community Watch Corps. The violent attacks by armed bandits have led to heavy losses among security forces deployed to combat banditry and restore order in the region. This alarming number of casualties highlights the ongoing security crisis in Katsina and the challenges faced by the government in curbing bandit operations and protecting both security agents and civilians.
