Governor Dikko Radda Targets Katsina Thuggery With New Executive Order and Mobile Court Mandate

Katsina Governor Dikko Radda establishes mobile courts and a specialized task force to dismantle criminal networks and street thuggery across the state.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 15, 2026, 5:18 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Leadership

A Decisive Legal Strike Against Urban Violence

In a direct response to the escalating threat of organized thuggery, Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has formalized a new executive order aimed at restoring public safety within the metropolis. The governor announced the signing on Tuesday, emphasizing that the move is a critical component of a broader security overhaul for 2026. This legal instrument specifically targets the violent activities associated with local gangs, known locally as Kauraye and Sara-suka, whose criminal operations have increasingly destabilized urban neighborhoods and commerce.

Mobilizing the 2026 Criminal Prevention Task Force

Central to the Governor's strategy is the activation of the Task Force Committee on the Prevention of Criminal Activities and Related Offences. This multi-agency body is designed to bring together the expertise of the Nigeria Police, various national security organizations, and the Hisbah command. Governor Radda noted that this committee is not merely a monitoring group but an operational unit mandated to use intelligence-driven tactics to track and dismantle existing criminal networks. The primary objective is to move beyond reactive policing and toward a proactive system of neutralization.

The Implementation of Rapid Mobile Justice

To address systemic delays in the traditional judicial process, the executive order includes the immediate establishment of mobile courts dedicated to trying defaulters. This administrative measure is intended to ensure that suspects apprehended by the task force face swift legal consequences, thereby serving as a visible deterrent to potential offenders. Governor Radda highlighted that enhancing accountability through these designated courts will significantly reduce the time between arrest and sentencing, closing a gap often exploited by criminal elements.