Army Neutralises 45 Bandits in Katsina  

Army Neutralises 45 Bandits in Katsina

….Captain, 2 soldiers die

The Nigerian Army has dealt a severe blow to bandits terrorizing Katsina State, neutralizing 45 of the criminals in a fierce encounter in Danmusa Local Government Area.

According to a statement by the Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasiru Danmusa, the operation, which took place on March 6, followed credible intelligence gathered by security personnel

Among those killed was Alti, the nephew and second-in-command to the notorious bandit leader, Adamu Alieru. Also eliminated was another top bandit known as Damale.

The clash began when bandits from Zamfara State, armed with sophisticated weapons and riding on motorcycles, attacked Alhazawa village in Musawa LGA on March 5, with the intent of stealing cattle.

However, community members and repentant bandits from the area fought back, killing four of the bandits, recovering all the rustled cattle.abd returning them to their owners. .

According to the statement, the bandits who returned on a revenge mission in large numbers on March 6, ran into soldiers of Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Dan Ali while heading towards Musawa LGA near Maidabino A ward.

“What followed was an intense and fierce battle. The Army successfully neutralized all 45 bandits.

“However, the victory came at a cost. Captain Paul Hassan and two other soldiers lost their lives in the encounter.

“On behalf of the State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, Government and the people of the Katsina, I commend the bravery and sacrifice of our soldiers. Their actions have saved countless lives and disrupted the operations of these dangerous criminals.

“We also extend condolences to the families of the deceased military personnel.

“Our security forces remain alert and will continue to pursue these criminals wherever they go. We will not rest until peace is fully restored to every corner of Katsina State,” the Commissioner said.