Notorious bandit leader Kachalla Dan Lukuti, known for orchestrating deadly attacks in Zamfara and Katsina states, has reportedly died after suffering from a mysterious illness that left him barking like a dog before his death.<\/p>\n
Sources familiar with his activities revealed that Lukuti fell ill about a week ago, displaying unusual symptoms, including violent aggression, uncontrollable spasms, and continuous barking noises resembling those of a rabid dog.<\/p>\n
His gang members, terrified by the strange nature of his condition, kept their distance and were unable to assist him. Eventually, he succumbed to the illness.<\/p>\n
Lukuti operated from the Kokonba forest in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, leading a group of over 50 armed men. He was responsible for multiple attacks in Dan Jiloga, Rijiya, Zonai, Magami, and along the Gusau-Magami highway, extending his criminal activities into Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.<\/p>\n
Despite his reign of terror, his final days were filled with suffering. Witnesses reported that he howled and barked in agony until he died.<\/p>\n
Overcome by fear and superstition, his gang forced villagers in Kizara to conduct his burial, laying him to rest at the local primary school.<\/p>\n
His mysterious death has sparked speculation, with some attributing it to rabies, while others believe it was spiritual punishment for his years of brutality.<\/p>\n
His demise comes amid intensified military operations against bandit hideouts across the Northwest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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