Tragedy struck in Mairuwa village, Faskari local government area of Katsina State, as gunmen stormed a mosque during Taraweeh prayers, killing a politician identified as Alhaji Lado Mairuwa.
The attack, which occurred on Saturday night, sent shockwaves through the community as worshippers gathered for prayers during the holy month of Ramadan.
Details surrounding the incident remain scarce, but it is reported that Alhaji Lado was targeted and fatally shot after he refused to comply with the demands of the assailants.
According to eyewitnesses, the attackers also abducted Alhaji Lado’s wife and two daughters.
Among the victims of the attack was a health worker known as Sani, who was employed at the Mairuwa Health Facility.
