That’s an intense and commendable show of coordination by the security forces in Katsina. Two separate attacks in under an hour, both repelled with quick tactical responses—it really shows how high the stakes are in regions grappling with banditry, and how vital rapid deployment and preparedness can be.
The fact that the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) was directly involved in leading both responses, including the deployment of an Armored Personnel Carrier (APC), speaks volumes about the seriousness with which these threats were treated. The use of heavy equipment like APCs also suggests that security operatives had prior intel or were well-prepared for a worst-case scenario.
And still—no civilian or officer casualties is a huge win, especially considering the bandits even tried to blockade a major road and fire at motorists. That could’ve easily turned into a tragedy.
Do you follow security updates in Nigeria often? Or was this one particularly close to home or interest for you?