Police foil bandits attack, neutralize two bandits, recover firearms

From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna

The Kaduna State Police Command has successfully foiled an attack by armed bandits, neutralizing two of the assailants and recovering their firearms. According to DSP Mansir Hassan, PPRO of the Kaduna State Police Command, the incident occurred on January 11, 2026, around 9:30 AM when police received credible intelligence about a group of bandits, led by Kachalla Sanusi Bajira, planning to attack residents of Idisu Village.
Also, Commissioner of Police Rabiu Muhammad directed the Officer-in-Charge of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit to lead a team of operatives, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), to the scene.
“Upon arrival, the police engaged the bandits in a gunfight and kill two of them.
“Also, the attackers were overpowered by the superior firepower of the police operatives, resulting in the neutralization of two bandits and the recovery of their firearms.”
The police also seized additional firearms and five live rounds of ammunition from the fleeing bandits.
CP Rabiu Muhammad praised the bravery and professionalism of the operatives involved in thwarting the attack.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to maintaining aggressive and intelligence-driven operations against banditry, kidnapping, and all forms of violent crime.
The Commissioner warned criminals that Kaduna State will not be a safe haven for them, emphasizing that the police will continue to pursue and bring perpetrators to justice.