Residents of Tashar Kaɗanya in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State are afraid after bandits imposed a ₦60 million levy on the community, threatening an attack if the demand is unmet.
The threat, disclosed by security analyst @DanKatsina50 via X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, May 12, has triggered panic among villagers, with many reportedly fleeing their homes to escape potential violence.
According to the analyst, the bandits set a specific payment deadline, putting pressure on the already vulnerable community.
“Bandits have imposed a ₦60 million levy on Tashar Kaɗanya community in Kankara LGA, Katsina State. They’ve threatened an attack if it’s not paid. Residents are now fleeing,” he wrote.
BREAKING: Bandits have imposed a ₦60 million levy on Tashar Kaɗanya community in Kankara LGA, Katsina State. They’ve threatened an attack if it's not paid. Residents are now fleeing.@dikko_radda @Bahaushee @AbdulGidadoo @Abdulrahmanleme @KatsinaPoliceNG @___Bils @KawuGarba pic.twitter.com/FDET2iPfop
— Bakatsine (@DanKatsina50) May 12, 2025
