Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka Murdered by Bandits in Katsina

On October 26, 2026, prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka was shot and killed by suspected bandits at around 9 pm at the entrance of his home in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State. An associate of the cleric was also killed in the attack.

Both victims were rushed to Dutsin-Ma Hospital for emergency treatment but were later confirmed dead. The Katsina State Police Command confirmed the deaths, but as of the report, no arrests had been made, and the motive for the attack remained unclear.

Sheikh Masussuka was a well-known figure in the community, advocating for peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians. He had planned to host a religious gathering later that week, which will no longer take place due to his death.

In November 2025, he had been required to appear before a committee to defend his religious teachings, although there was no confirmed link between this controversy and the attack.