Several farmers have been killed following a deadly attack by suspected bandits in Nasarawar Dan Garu village, Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday morning, also saw the assailants rustle cattle that were being used for ploughing farmlands.

According to security analyst Bakatsine, who shared details of the incident on social media platform X on Thursday, the bandits stormed the farming community in large numbers, opening fire on farmers working in their fields before making away with their livestock.

Attack Occurs Despite Recent Peace Agreement

"Yesterday morning, bandits attacked farmers in Nasarawar Dan Garu, Batsari LGA, Katsina State, killing several farmers and rustled cattle used for farming. This comes just months after local leaders struck a peace deal with the bandits," Bakatsine stated in his post.

The attack raises serious questions about the effectiveness of peace agreements with armed groups in the region, as violence continues despite diplomatic efforts by community leaders.

As of the time of this report, authorities in Katsina State have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident, leaving many questions unanswered about the exact number of casualties and the government's response to this latest security breach.

Pattern of Rural Insecurity

This attack adds to a troubling pattern of violence against rural communities in Nigeria's northwestern states. Farmers in these regions increasingly face threats to their lives and livelihoods as they attempt to carry out essential agricultural activities.

The rustling of cattle used specifically for farming operations further compounds food security concerns in a region already struggling with agricultural productivity challenges.

BenriNews will continue to monitor this developing situation and provide updates as more information becomes available from official sources.