Notorious bandit leader Kachalla Lukuti dies after mysterious illness

Feared bandit leader Kachalla Dan Lukuti, notorious for coordinating 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.

Sources familiar with his activities revealed that Lukuti fell ill about a week ago, displaying strange symptoms, including violent aggression, uncontrollable spasms, and continuous barking noises resembling a rabid dog.

His gang members, terrified by his bizarre condition, kept their distance and could not help him. Eventually, he succumbed to the illness.

Lukuti operated from the Kokonba forest in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, leading over 50 armed men responsible for 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.

Despite his years of terror, his final days were filled with agony, with witnesses saying he howled and barked uncontrollably until he died.

Out of fear and superstition, his gang forced villagers in Kizara to bury him, and he was laid to rest at the local primary school.

His sudden death has sparked speculation, with some attributing it to rabies, while others believe it was spiritual punishment for his brutal crimes.