by Hauwa Gambo

Boko Haram, the Islamist sect that has unsettled the nation, has reportedly attacked a police station in the Sharada area of Kano today.

This attack has happened in spite of a curfew imposed about a month ago following deadly attacks. According to reports, residents confirm that a gunfight between the sect and police men continued till evening.

It will be recalled that security forces last week arrested the group’s spokesperson, Abdul Qaqa, only days after a reporter intra-sect rift killed many of the members.

We will continue to monitor developments.