Gunmen have attacked communities in Faskari Local Government of Katsina State, killing more than 40 people who are mostly old, women and children.
A source told PRNigeria that communities affected include Kadisau, Maigora, Kabalawa, Kwakware, Raudama and Unguwar Wahabi.
The source said: “The armed bandits, as usual, stormed the communities on motorcycles and abused some young girls and married women while setting houses and food stores on fire.
“They rob the villagers before they rustled away domestic animals, especially cows and sheep.
The state police spokesperson, Gambo Isah, is yet to confirm the attack.
He had, however, denied the report that some bandits had attacked the scene of a funeral service of some victims of their earlier attack.
The police spokesperson said: “The Area Commander in Funtua, DPOs and military personnel are currently in the area to ensure maximum security during the burial and afterward.”
