Police confirm killing of Katsina cleric 

The Katsina State Police Command regrets to confirm the tragic death of a prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, and his friend, Adamu Abubakar, following an attack by suspected armed gunmen.

The incident occurred today, Monday, 26th October 2026, at about 7:30 PM, in front of the scholar’s residence in Dutsin-Ma LGA, Katsina State, when two armed men riding on a motorcycle opened fire, fatally injuring both victims.

Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Dutsin-Ma, promptly led a team of operatives to the scene. The victims were immediately rushed to the nearest hospital for medical attention, where they were unfortunately pronounced dead by the attending medical doctor.

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The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Ali Umar Fage, psc(+), mnips, has ordered the deployment of tactical and operational teams to the area. An investigation has commenced, and efforts are being intensified to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.

The Commissioner of Police extends his heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and followers of the deceased, as well as the good people of Dutsin-Ma LGA, over this tragic loss. He assures the public that the Command will not relent until the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice.

Further developments will be communicated in due course.

DSP ABUBAKAR SADIQ ALIYU, anipr,
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER (PPRO),
FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
KATSINA STATE COMMAND.

OCTOBER 26, 2026