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 when armed men attacked his home late Monday night.
The circumstances surrounding the killing, including the identities of the assailants and their motive, remained unclear at 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 are expected as more information becomes available.
