Suspected thieves have reportedly stolen 25 ceiling fans from Kanzul Mudalsam Mosque in Gwammaja, along Katsina Road, Kano State.
The mosque is regarded as one of the largest places of worship for followers of the Qadiriyya Islamic movement.
The Public Relations Officer of Dala Local Government Area, Sagiru Nazifi Yakasai, disclosed the incident to journalists on Monday, November 9, 2026.
He said Alhaji Salisu Sabon Titi, an aide and member of the Gwammaja Inafita group, raised concerns over the increasing cases of theft and gang-related violence in the neighbourhood.
According to Salisu, the suspected criminals have repeatedly targeted mosque facilities, stealing valuable items, including lighting equipment, and destroying the poles used to mount the lights.
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He explained that the growing insecurity has left residents frightened, with many avoiding movement around the area after 6pm.
Salisu further disclosed that five motorcycles were stolen in the previous week, while some residents were also robbed of their mobile phones.
He appealed to the Kano State Government and the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, led by Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, to urgently intervene and tackle the security challenges.
He urged the authorities to strengthen security measures to protect residents and their property.
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