Governor Dikko Radda has extended the offer of automatic employment to indigenes of the state who graduate with first-class degrees from higher institutions nationwide.
She described conflict-related sexual violence as a growing concern, worsened by banditry and displacement.
The police spokesman warned that any vehicle found violating the law would be impounded.
The police said the suspect allegedly struck the elderly woman on the head with a wooden stool during the altercation.
The inspector-general of police, Tunji Disu, has ordered the police command in Katsina to strengthen security around schools across the state.
“They will work alongside conventional security agencies and community watch groups,” the governor said.
“While the terrorists have done their worst, they should know that the government will never bow to their demand to release their members held by our security agencies,” he said.
“The government of Katsina State stands ready to receive all sons and daughters who choose the path of peace,” Mr Radda said.
“Every operational resource was deployed in the hope of securing his safe return. This sad loss further strengthens the resolve of the AFN,” he said.
He explained that the inauguration of the unit was timely and necessary.
