18 April 2025 · Terrorism
Security in Safana
OpenWatch has recorded 52 security incidents in Safana Local Government Area, Katsina State, with 0 in the last 12 months. That is 5% of every incident recorded in the state, making it 6 of 16 among the Katsina LGAs with enough reporting to profile.
Incidents · 12 mo
0
Fatalities · 12 mo
0
Incidents · all-time
52
Fatalities · all-time
401
Latest reported incidents in Safana
Most recent involve terrorism, other, kidnapping, bombing
17 February 2025 · Terrorism
A military airstrike in Yauni community, Katsina State, reportedly killed at least seven innocent civilians while targeting bandits who had attacked police personnel. The airstrike was conducted in response to intelligence about a terrorist threat.
13 February 2025 · Other
A doctor has been arrested for allegedly treating wounded bandits in Katsina State, including a notorious gang leader with a bounty on his head. The suspect confessed to providing medical services to several bandits in exchange for payment.
8 January 2025 · Terrorism
Gunmen attacked members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps and residents returning from a condolence visit, resulting in at least 30 fatalities. The attack occurred in Baure village, a known stronghold of bandits.
6 July 2024 · Kidnapping
Bandits attacked Runka town in Katsina State, killing one person and abducting 22 others, including 14 from the same family. The attack was reportedly coordinated with other armed groups.
5 March 2024 · Terrorism
The Nigerian Air Force conducted air strikes targeting terrorist leaders in Katsina and Zamfara, resulting in the elimination of several gang members. The strikes aimed to disrupt terrorist operations and protect civilian lives.
10 December 2023 · Terrorism
Security operatives foiled an attack on the Zakka community in Katsina State, rescuing a 33-year-old man who had been abducted by bandits during the encounter.
12 October 2023 · Terrorism
Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji neutralized nine terrorists and rescued 25 kidnapped victims in Katsina State during recent operations. The operations also led to the recovery of several firearms and ammunition.
6 May 2023 · Terrorism
Hundreds of terrorists have reportedly relocated from Zamfara to Katsina, causing concern among villagers who fear an impending security threat. The terrorists are believed to be setting up a new base in the area and have been seen clearing bushes for shelters.
7 July 2022 · Bombing
A Nigerian Air Force jet accidentally bombed villagers in Kunkuna, Safana LGA, during an operation targeting bandits. Many lives were reportedly lost, but details remain unclear.
Other areas in Katsina
About these figures
Counts cover incidents recorded in Safana LGA, excluding retracted reports and duplicates merged into an earlier report, and update hourly. Last recorded: 18 April 2025.
Reported numbers are a floor, not a census. Local government areas differ enormously in how closely they are covered by the press, so a low count reflects both a safer area and a quieter one. Coverage in this record is densest from 2026 onward. See the full Katsina profile for state-level context, or the methodology for how incidents are collected.
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