Location Intelligence - Katsina State
Tracked Incidents (2026)
27
Most Prevalent Risk
Homicide, Terrorism
Most Affected LGA
Bakori
Operational Score
1.64
Ranked 12thInsights
Activity Pace
Katsina state has experienced a high number of incidents in January 2026, with all 10 incidents occurring in that month. This suggests a potential spike in criminal activity during the start of the year.
Rising Risk
Bandits/UG are the primary actors behind the incidents in Katsina state, responsible for 9 out of 10 incidents. Their dominance in the state's crime landscape poses a significant threat to security.
Severity Level
Homicide is the most frequent risk in Katsina state, accounting for 5 out of 10 incidents. This highlights the deadly nature of the crimes being committed in the state.
Future Outlook
Given the high crime index score of 0.81, Katsina state is likely to continue experiencing significant security challenges in 2026. The state's ranking of 15 in the crime index suggests that it is one of the more insecure states in the country.
Incidents in 2026 (Monthly)
Prevalent Risk
High Impact Incidents in Katsina (2026)
Incidents by Actors
Operational Risk
| Indicator | Incidents (Current) | Incidents (Prev) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrorism | 8 | 40 | Improving |
| Kidnapping | 5 | 63 | Improving |
| Armed Robbery | 1 | 10 | Improving |
| Firearms Trafficking | 1 | 2 | Improving |
| Human Trafficking | 1 | 1 | Stable |