Notorious bandit leader Kachalla Dan Lukuti has died from a rabies-like illness marked by violent spasms and animalistic vocalizations.
This follows a week-long degenerative condition that isolated him from his own gang members, who fled his aggressive final days.
Previously commanding 50+ militants from Zamfara’s Kokonba forest, Lukuti orchestrated attacks across Tsafe and Faskari LGAs in Katsina State.
His territories included strategic zones like the Gusau-Magami Highway and Magami Town.
Fueling speculation, witnesses reported continuous howling until death. Local theories suggest either rabies infection or spiritual vengeance for his decades of violence that caused the bizarre demise.
Following his death, his gang members, paralyzed by fear and superstition, avoided direct involvement in his burial. Instead, they compelled villagers in Kizara to conduct the funeral rites.
Dan Lukuti was ultimately laid to rest at the local primary school in the community.
His death comes amid intensified military operations targeting bandit strongholds across Nigeria’s Northwest region.
Security forces have been working to dismantle these criminal networks and restore stability to the area.
While Dan Lukuti’s passing may bring some relief to the communities affected by his actions, it also underscores the complex challenges posed by banditry in the region.
Authorities are continuing their efforts to address the root causes of insecurity and bring lasting peace to affected areas.
