Man killed in mob attack over alleged witchcraft in Zamfara

A man identified as Sharahu Haruna has been killed during a mob attack in Gidan Katakare, Zamfara State, following accusations of witchcraft against his relative.

The tragic incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025, after community members accused Haruna Lawali of bewitching a woman, Nafisa Masa’udu.

According to information obtained by security analyst Zagazola Makama, the angry mob stormed Lawali’s residence, demanding answers over the alleged…