Bandits attack Shuwaki, abduct 31

On the night of 1 August 2026, armed bandits attacked the Shuwaki community in Jargaba Ward, Nigeria — Bakori Local Government Area, Nigeria — Katsina State, Nigeria. The attackers killed one resident, identified as Ashiru Siyudi, injured at least seven others, rustled cattle and sheep, stole mobile phones, and abducted 32 residents. They later released an ill woman near Doma village, leaving 31 people in captivity, mostly women, some carrying infants. Security forces, including police, soldiers, and the Nigeria — Katsina State Community Watch Corps, mobilized but failed to intercept the attackers or rescue the captives. The attack followed raids on Unguwar Dogo and Alhazawa communities on 31 July, and was part of a series of attacks in the area since late July, including a major confrontation in Guga on 26 July where the state government reported killing over 40 bandits. The attacks have forced many residents to flee, disrupted farming and livestock rearing, and raised concerns about worsening insecurity in northern Nigeria — Bakori. The Nigeria — Lagos State Police Command had not officially commented on the latest attack as of the time of reporting.