Prominent Islamic Scholar Sheikh Masussuka Killed in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command confirmed the deaths of Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, a prominent Islamic scholar, and his friend Adamu Abubakar, who were shot by suspected armed gunmen in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area on October 26, 2026. The attack occurred around 7:30 p.m. in front of Masussuka's residence when two armed men on a motorcycle opened fire.

Both victims sustained fatal injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they were pronounced dead upon arrival. The police, led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Dutsin-Ma, responded promptly to the incident.

Commissioner of Police in Katsina State, CP Ali Umar Fage, has ordered the deployment of tactical teams to apprehend the fleeing suspects and has expressed condolences to the families and community affected by this tragic event. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killings has commenced, with police efforts intensifying to ensure justice.