Bandits Attack Gidan Asarki, Shoot One and Rustle Cattle

The Sokoto State Police Command confirmed a bandit attack on Gidan Asarki community, located behind Usmanu Danfodiyo University (UDUS), on Sunday at about 9 pm. During the incident, one person, identified as Malam Shehu Muhammad, was shot in the leg, and 28 cattle belonging to him and his son, Mustapha Shehu, were rustled.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmed Rufai, provided details on Tuesday, stating that the gunmen invaded the village and shot the cattle owner before fleeing with the animals. The police have directed the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Wamakko Local Government Area to mobilize personnel to the community.

Residents reported that the bandits threatened to attack students living in the area, although it was during the holiday period. The victim, Malam Shehu Muhammad, is currently responding to treatment after being taken to the hospital.