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Katsina LGA Has Only 5 Functional Guns For 32 Police Officers – Governor Radda Reveals

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The governor explained that an entire local government area in Katsina is patrolled by just 32 police officers, with inadequate equipment to combat crime.

Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda has expressed concern over the rising insecurity in his state, blaming it on the critical shortage of Nigerian police personnel.

The governor explained that an entire local government area in Katsina is patrolled by just 32 police officers, with inadequate equipment to combat crime.

Speaking during an interview with DW Hausa, Governor Radda painted a grim picture of the security situation.

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He disclosed that an LGA in the state, consisting of 10 wards and over 200 to 300 villages, is being inadequately served by police officers, with only nine guns available for use. Out of the nine firearms, just five are operational.

The governor criticised the severe lack of weapons and manpower as a major impediment to securing the state, which has been grappling with increasing banditry and violence.

“In a town in Katsina State, there is a local government with only 32 police officers and just nine firearms, of which only five are functional.

“With ten wards and communities numbering between 200 and 300, it is difficult to understand how 32 police officers can provide adequate protection to all of them simultaneously,” he said.

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He emphasized the need for urgent action to strengthen the capacity of the police force in order to protect lives and property effectively.

Last week, SaharaReporters reported that Radda called on citizens to actively resist bandits and protect their communities.

In a recent video clip, Radda highlighted the disparity between the actual firepower of bandits and the fear they instigate among locals.

He stated, “If you check all the bandits in Katsina State, you will hardly find 700 guns in their possession. But the residents will hear and watch the malnourished bandits chasing away over 1,000 residents and people will run and hide under their beds.”

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The governor expressed dismay at the thought of such intrusions, asserting, “Nothing is more painful than seeing someone having sexual intercourse with your daughter in your presence.”

He also urged communities to be proactive in their defence.

“Any village where the bandits know that they are well prepared and can protect their community against bandit invasion, the bandits will always pass without attacking,” Radda noted.

He encouraged citizens to confront bandits courageously: “Anytime or whenever 10 bandits attack a community and the locals come out in their hundreds, if they kill three people, the community should be able to arrest whoever survives.”

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Radda dismissed bandits as “liars” who are more afraid of death than the locals.

He concluded, “Their aim is to scare people; why should we allow them to scare us for nothing?”

“I swear to God almighty it is a responsibility of the clerics to educate the general public on the teachings of the prophet of God Peace and Blessing of God be with Him about who want to forcefully seize your property, that of your loved ones or someone close to you.

“What did the prophet of God teach? He said do not give them. And he asked the prophet what if he killed me, he said he believed in God and if I killed him, he would go to hellfire.

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“Nothing is more painful than seeing someone having sexual intercourse with your daughter in your presence. There are some embarrassments that are better if you die than experience it.

“Any village where the bandits know that they are well prepared and can protect their community against bandit invasion, they will always pass when they are around the axis without attacking the locals.

“We have to stand up and be a man to protect ourselves. Anytime or whenever 10 bandits attack a community and the locals come out in their hundreds, if they kill three people, the community should be able to arrest whoever the person is.

“They are liars, they are more afraid of death than us. Their (bandits) aim is to scare people, why will we allow them to scare us for nothing

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Court Gives Falanas, January Date To Prove Case Against VDM

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

A Lagos High Court has adjourned the defamation suit brought by Femi Falana and his son against social media influencer, Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, until January 23, 2025.

The case was brought by human rights activist Femi Falana and his son, Folarin, popularly known as Falz.

VeryDarkMan arrived in court dressed in a red native outfit, accompanied by fans who cheered him on, but the Falanas were not present.

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The case could not proceed as several applications filed by the parties were still not included in the court file. As a result, the court decided to adjourn the hearing until January 23, 2025.

On October 14, Justice Matthias Dawodu ruled on an ex-parte application filed by the Falanas, granting them legal protection from defamation. The judge ordered that VeryDarkMan remove a defamatory video he posted on September 24, 2025, which targeted the senior lawyer and his son. Additionally, the court prohibited VeryDarkMan from posting or sharing any defamatory content about them on his social media accounts until the matter is resolved.

The Falanas had filed separate lawsuits seeking N500 million each in damages, claiming that VeryDarkMan posted a video accusing them of accepting N10 million from Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, to influence a legal matter.

They argued that VeryDarkMan knew the allegations were false but chose to spread them, causing harm to their reputations. The Falanas further pointed out that the video continues to circulate online, further damaging their reputations.

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In response, VeryDarkMan applied to the court for permission to appeal the ruling.

He argued that refusing his request would be an injustice, as the case involves significant legal questions that require further examination. He stated, “A refusal to grant leave may result in the enforcement of a decision that does not reflect a correct application of the law, leading to outcomes that may be detrimental not only to the parties involved but also to the administration of justice as a whole. The appellate court’s role in clarifying and, where necessary, correcting trial court decisions is vital in maintaining the integrity of the judicial system.”

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READ 8 Facts About New Lakurawa Terror Group in North West

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Lakurawa, a new terror group is now wreaking havoc in northwestern part of the country. It was once dismissed as harmless herders.

Initially seen as seasonal migrants, the Lakurawa group has evolved into a powerful militant force linked to jihadist networks in the Sahel.

With roots stretching back six years, Lakurawa has grown under the radar, exploiting Nigeria’s porous borders and limited government oversight.

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Here’s what you need to know about this escalating threat and the challenges it poses to the region’s security.

From Herders to Terrorists

Originally seen as seasonal herders from Niger, the Lakurawa group quietly entered Sokoto communities in search of pasture, later gaining a reputation as militants with ties to jihadist networks across the Sahel.

Authorities’ Early Misjudgment

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Locals first reported suspicious activities by Lakurawa herders nearly six years ago, but authorities dismissed them as non-violent. However, recent intelligence from Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters reclassifies Lakurawa as a new terror group with connections to extremist networks.

Cross-Border Threats

The Lakurawa exploit Nigeria’s porous borders with countries like Niger, Chad, and Mali, entering remote areas to promote radical ideology, often in Hausa and Fulfulde languages, and impose strict “Islamic” rules on communities.

Unusual Alliances

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Invited by local leaders to fend off other bandits, Lakurawa quickly grew from an auxiliary force into a dominant presence, controlling communities through a mix of militant enforcement and religious influence.

Camp ‘Darul Islam’ in Forests

Lakurawa established camps around Gwangwano, Mulawa, Wassaniya, and Tunigara along the Nigeria-Niger border, naming them Darul Islam, or “Abode of Islam.” Their membership has since swelled to over 200 young men.

Escalation and Armed Attacks

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Once tolerated by local communities, the group’s violent tendencies surfaced through alleged attacks on military bases and confrontations with Nigerian security forces, marking a shift to full-scale militancy.

Radical Ideology and Social Control

The group enforces stringent rules, often forbidding music and dancing, and collects levies disguised as religious Zakat. They pressure locals to obey these laws, maintaining authority over vulnerable communities.

A Growing Regional Concern

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With ties to jihadist groups across the Sahel, Lakurawa’s presence reflects broader security challenges. The breakdown in joint border patrols after Niger’s recent coup has only worsened Nigeria’s exposure to such extremist threats.(PRNigeria)

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It’s wrong to arrest individuals in place of suspects — Says PSC chairman

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (retd) has condemned the practice by Nigeria Police Force operatives of arresting individuals in place of actual suspects.

He also frowned at the handcuffing of suspects during arrests, adding that the law prohibits these practices.

A statement on Wednesday by the spokesperson for the commission, Ikechukwu Ani, said Argungu made this known
during training on international Human Rights-based policing and effective oversight of personnel of the Police Service Commission.

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Ani said the PSC chairman stressed that every suspect must be accorded humane treatment and must not be subjected to any form of torture, cruelty, inhuman, or degrading treatment.

The statement read, “DIG Hashimu Argungu, x-rayed human treatment of arrested suspects and declared that a suspect shall be accorded human treatment, having regard to his right to the dignity of his person and not be subjected to any form of torture, cru
Argungu noted that a suspect shall not be arrested merely on a civil wrong or breach of contract and shall be brought before the court as prescribed by law or otherwise released conditionally or unconditionally.

He explained that “a person shall not for any reason be arrested in place of a suspect adding that the law prohibits the handcuffing or any other unnecessary restrain of an arrested person, except if there is reasonable apprehension of violence or an attempt to escape; the restrain is considered necessary for the safety of the suspect or defendant or by order of court.”

Ani added the PSC chairman also noted that all over the world, police officers generally have broad powers to carry out their functions and duties.

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“He noted that the constitution as amended and other procedural laws, however, place limits on how far Police can go in trying to enforce the law.

“According to him, one of the primary purposes of these laws is to protect citizens from abuses by the government, including police misconduct,” the statement added

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