The Katsina State Police Command has announced the launch of an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of four people at an alms distribution point in Katsina metropolis.
The Command said it regrets to report a stampede that occurred during the distribution of annual Ramadan alms at Kofar Guga Quarters, which left several people injured.
In a statement signed and issued to newsmen today by the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, it was stated: 
“On the 26th February, 2026, at about 9pm, a distress call was received at the Central Police Station in Katsina about a large crowd gathered at the residence of one Alh Dahiru Usman Sarki, a philanthropist, situated at Kofar Guga Quarters, Katsina, resulting in a stampede incident.
Upon receiving the report, a team of policemen promptly responded to the scene where the stampede occurred. The victims were rushed to the nearest hospital for medical attention. Unfortunately, four of the injured later succumbed to their injuries.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished those injured a speedy recovery. He also directed that a full investigation be carried out and necessary measures taken to prevent a recurrence.
The Command called on individuals who plan to distribute alms to notify the police for adequate security coverage to ensure the safety of lives and property, as well as orderliness during such events.
The Police assured the public that further developments would be communicated as the investigation progresses.
Tribune Online correspondent in Katsina said that due to poverty, many people now rely on alms distributed by philanthropists for their survival.
