Gunmen have reportedly killed prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Masusuka, in a suspected targeted attack at his residence in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State.
Sources said the cleric was killed by armed men who attacked his home in the town late Monday night.
The circumstances surrounding the killing, including the identities of the assailants and their motive, were not immediately clear as of the time of filing this report.
Authorities had yet to issue an official statement confirming the killing or providing details of any security response.
Further details on the incident are expected as more information becomes available.
