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From Agaju Madugba, Katsina
The Katsina State police command has confirmed the fatal shooting of a prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, during an attack in his Dutsinma residence on Monday evening.
The police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, said in a statement that the deceased was murdered along with a friend, one Adamu Abubakar.
The statement said, “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 gunmen.
According to the statement, “the incident occurred, Monday, 26th October 2026, at about 7:30 pm in front of the scholar’s residence in Dutsinma, Dutsinma Local Government Area. when two armed men riding on a motorcycle opened fire, fatally injuring both victims.
“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer, Dutsinma, 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 a medical doctor.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Ali Umar Fage, 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 Dutsinma Local Government Area over this tragic loss. He assures the public that the Command will not relent until the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice.”
