Notorious bandit leader Kachalla Dan Lukuti, known for leading deadly attacks across Zamfara and Katsina states, has reportedly died following a mysterious illness that caused him to bark like a dog before his death.
Sources familiar with Lukuti’s activities disclosed that he became ill about a week ago, showing strange symptoms such as violent aggression, uncontrollable spasms, and continuous barking sounds similar to those of a rabid dog.
Terrified by the bizarre nature of his condition, his gang members kept their distance and were unable to assist him. Eventually, Lukuti succumbed to the illness.
Operating out of the Kokonba forest in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Lukuti led a gang of over 50 armed men. He was responsible for numerous attacks in Dan Jiloga, Rijiya, Zonai, Magami, and along the Gusau-Magami highway, extending his operations into Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Despite his reign of terror, his final days were marked by suffering. Witnesses reported that he barked and howled in agony until he passed away.
Superstitious and fearful, his gang forced villagers in Kizara to bury him at the local primary school. His mysterious death has sparked speculation, with some attributing it to rabies, while others believe it was spiritual punishment for his brutal crimes.
His death coincides with intensified military action against bandit hideouts in the Northwest.
