Police foil banditry attempts in Katsina, rescue 18 victims, recover rustled cattle The Katsina State Police Command has achieved a significant victory in its ongoing battle against banditry, rescuing 18 kidnapped victims and recovering rustled animals during two daring operations. On January 3, 2025, at around 9:30 PM, armed bandits ambushed four vehicles on the Funtua-Gusau highway. The vehicles, including a Toyota Avensis, a DAF truck, and other commercial vehicles, were transporting 18 passengers when they came under attack. According to a statement by ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the police spokesperson, the bandits...