Gunmen assassinate Islamic cleric Sheikh Masussuka in Katsina, Nigeria

Unidentified gunmen shot and killed Islamic cleric Sheikh Masussuka outside his residence in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, on Monday night. The killing follows threats acknowledged by the state government nearly a year ago over his religious teachings, indicating a possible targeted assassination. The incident underscores ongoing insecurity in northwestern Nigeria, though the perpetrators and motive remain unconfirmed.

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