Gunmen Kill Islamic Scholar, Associate in Katsina as Police Launch Manhunt

Gunmen Kill Islamic Scholar, Associate in Katsina as Police Launch Manhunt

October 27, 2026

The Katsina State Police Command has launched a manhunt for suspected gunmen who killed a prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka, and his associate, Adamu Abubakar, in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of the state.

The victims were reportedly shot dead at about 7:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26, when two armed men riding a motorcycle opened fire on them in front of the cleric’s residence.

Police said the Divisional Police Officer in Dutsin-Ma mobilised officers to the scene after receiving a distress call. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital, where a medical doctor confirmed their deaths.

Following the incident, the Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar Fage, ordered the immediate deployment of tactical and operational teams to track down the fleeing suspects.

The Command said investigations were ongoing, with efforts underway to identify, arrest and prosecute those responsible for the killings.

CP Fage expressed condolences to the families, friends and followers of the deceased, as well as residents of Dutsin-Ma, assuring them that the police would work to ensure justice is served.

The police also urged members of the public with relevant information about the attack to assist investigators.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said further updates would be provided as the investigation progresses