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Bandit kingpin’s leaked audio threatens attacks in Katsina unless demands are fulfilled
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A leaked audio recording allegedly featuring notorious bandit leader Kachalla Muhammadu (also known as Kachalla Maha or Muhammadu Kachalla), has sparked widespread alarm in Katsina State. In the Hausa-language recording circulating on social media, the bandit commander issues dire threats of coordinated mass attacks on civilians, infrastructure, and elites if his demands are not fulfilled.
According to summaries and excerpts shared widely on X and local media, Kachalla Muhammadu demands:
The immediate release of two of his arrested associates.
The return of seized cattle.
He warns that failure to meet these conditions by a reported deadline (as recent as June 29 in some accounts) will trigger:
Deadly attacks on civilians and farms in Matazu and surrounding areas.
Strikes on Jikamshi town.
Attacks on villages in Kano State.
Destruction of the strategic Karaduwa Bridge.
Broader disruption of farming activities and potential targeting of prominent individuals (elites).
The bandit leader also boasts of having informants within the security forces who allegedly tip him off about impending operations, including high-level strategies. He claims involvement in recent incidents and disputes official accounts surrounding the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar (also referred to as General Rabe), who was abducted along with his wife. Kachalla allegedly links the general’s death to a snake bite in captivity rather than other reported causes and accuses locals of betrayal.
Kachalla Muhammadu has been linked to a series of violent activities in the Matazu-Musawa axis of Katsina State, including cattle rustling, kidnappings, and attacks on communities. He was reportedly once part of a government-backed peace initiative but has since resumed operations amid disputes over arrests and seizures during military actions.
The abduction of retired Maj. Gen. Rabe Abubakar and his wife drew significant attention, with the general later dying in captivity. Security forces have conducted operations in the area, rescuing some hostages and arresting alleged associates of the bandit leader, but Kachalla Maha remains at large.
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The audio has fueled outrage and fear among residents, with many expressing concerns over alleged infiltration of security networks and the boldness of bandit groups. Local officials, including the Matazu Local Government Chairman, have reportedly engaged in negotiations with the bandit leader in previous leaked communications.
Authorities have not yet issued an official response to the latest audio as of the latest reports. Security operations continue in the region, with troops targeting bandit hideouts.Note: Details stem from unverified circulating audio and social media reports. Official confirmation and independent verification are ongoing. Residents in affected areas are advised to remain vigilant.
Veteran Nigerian actor, Taiwo Hassan known as Ogogo has reportedly been diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer.
This revelation was made by his daughter who made a video requesting for medical assistance from people.
In a video circulating online, the daughter appeals for support to save her ailing father.
The war for the final seven teams to join the 2026/2027 UEFA Champions League phase commences next week, with 14 clubs to compete across seven two-legged ties.
The Genius Media Nigeria reports that winners in this play-off will join 29 direct entrants in the 36-team league phase, while all seven losing teams drop directly into the UEFA Europa League league phase.
The first legs of the play-off are scheduled for play on August 18 and 19, with the return fixtures scheduled for August 25 and 26.
Below are the seven UEFA Champions League play-off fixtures:
Fenerbahçe vs Lyon
Celtic vs LASK
N.E.C. vs Bodø/Glimt
AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia
GNK Dinamo vs Viking
Slovan Bratislava vs Celje
Hapoel Beer-Sheva vs Sabah
Meanwhile, English football analyst Jamie Carragher has considered Michael Carrick unqualified to deliver the Premier League title for Manchester United this season.
Not only the Premier League, but the former Liverpool player also didn’t see Carrick among managers who could contend for the Champions League this season.
Carragher, however, believes the Red Devils’ manager could do well in the season.
“I personally just don’t think Michael Carrick’s got that stardust as a manager to win a Champions League or a Premier League.Africans & Diaspora
“He could have a good season and put Manchester United in a position to then go and get a Champions League-winning manager,” Carragher said.
Naija News reports that the former Reds made this remark on The Overlap Fan Debate.
The Council of Legal Education has revealed that 983 candidates failed the May 2026 Bar Final (Resit) Examination, representing 54.7 per cent of those who sat the examination.
The council disclosed this in a public notice signed by its Secretary and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho, and shared on Monday.
The results were approved at the council’s Third Quarter Hybrid Meeting held on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
According to the notice, “a total of 1,955 candidates sat for the examination,” with “885 candidates” recording a pass, while “55 candidates” obtained conditional passes.
The council further stated that “983 candidates” failed the examination, while 32 candidates were absent and the results of 19 others were withheld.
The Council said, “The results recorded an overall pass rate of 45.3 per cent. 54.7 per cent of the candidates did not attain the prescribed pass mark.”
Meanwhile, the Council of Legal Education has released a list of 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria as of August 2026.
The council warned prospective students against enrolling in unaccredited institutions, stressing that only universities accredited by it are authorised to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws programme.
It added that students admitted into unapproved Law programmes would not be eligible for admission into the Nigerian Law School.
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