Bandits have killed Tiri Gyan David, a lecturer at the Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA) in Katsina state
Gunmen have killed Tiri Gyan David, a lecturer at the Federal University Dutsinma , in Katsina state.
The gunmen invaded the lecturer’s residence at Yarima quarters, Low Cost estate, in the early hours of Tuesday.Abubakar Aliyu, Katsina police spokesperson, said the lecturer was pronounced dead in hospital. “Some suspected armed bandits, armed with dangerous weapons, attacked a compound situated behind comprehensive quarters in Dutsinma LGA, shot and injured one person and kidnapped about fourteen occupants of the compound,” Aliyu said.
“Upon receipt of the report, the DPO Dutsinma promptly mobilised and led a team of operatives to the scene, where they engaged the kidnappers in a fierce gun duel.“The injured victim was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention where he was later confirmed dead while receiving medical attention.
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