Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to eradicating banditry across the state following another deadly attack by armed bandits in Gobirawa village, Dutsinma Local Government Area.
During a condolence visit to the affected community on Friday, Governor Radda expressed deep regret over the tragic incident that claimed several lives and left residents in mourning. The attack, which occurred days earlier, has sparked widespread outrage throughout the state.
"As soon as we got intelligence of a planned attack, we mobilised security personnel to this village," the governor explained. "Unfortunately, the attackers struck shortly after the operatives left, a development we deeply regret."
New Security Strategies
In response to the attack, Governor Radda has directed the Dutsinma Local Government Chairman to select five community representatives for a strategic meeting focused on improving grassroots security engagement. This initiative aims to strengthen local security networks and enhance community participation in combating banditry.
The governor emphasized the critical role of community cooperation in defeating the security threat, urging residents to remain vigilant and assist in identifying informants believed to be collaborating with bandit groups.
"Community cooperation is critical to defeating this threat," he stressed during his address to the villagers.
Governor Radda was accompanied by several high-ranking officials during his visit, including Mohammad Khamis, the lawmaker representing Dutsinma in the State Assembly; Alhaji Sada Sada, the Yandakan Katsina District Head; and Kabir Shema, the Dutsinma Council Chairman.
Education Development Efforts
In a separate development, the governor visited Charanci Local Government Area to inspect progress on a new "Smart School" project in Radda town. This initiative is part of his administration's broader strategy to expand access to quality education, particularly in underserved areas of the state.
The Radda administration is currently constructing three model secondary schools—one in each senatorial district—designed to equip students with modern learning tools and resources. During the inspection, the governor urged contractors to improve both the pace and quality of work, warning against delays that could undermine the project's objectives.
These dual efforts—enhancing security measures while simultaneously advancing educational infrastructure—reflect the governor's multifaceted approach to addressing both immediate security challenges and long-term development goals in Katsina State.
