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Army troops repel attack, nutrialised 10 Bandits including Notorious Kingpin “Shalili” in Zamfara

Army troops repel attack, nutrialised 10 Bandits including Notorious Kingpin “Shalili” in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
No fewer than 10 armed bandits, including a notorious kingpin identified as “Shalili”, have been neutralised in Zamfara State following a fierce confrontation with villagers and security operatives in Talata Mafara Local Government Area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday when about 50 armed bandits stormed Maikwanuga Village via Jangebe District on motorcycles, shooting sporadically.
In response, the troops with local youths and other security personnel mobilised to repel the attackers.
In the ensuing gun battle, 10 bandits, including their leader, were gunned down. However, the District Head of Maikwanuga and one other civilian also lost their lives in the confrontation. Their bodies, along with those of the bandits, were recovered and taken for appropriate documentation and burial.
In a separate development, two individuals were abducted by suspected bandits at about 7:20 p.m. in Abare Village, Anka LGA. The victims were reportedly returning from a ransom payment when they were seized and taken to an unknown destination. The villagers narrowly escaped an earlier attack while heading to Magrib prayers.
Army troops repel attack, nutrialised 10 Bandits including Notorious Kingpin “Shalili” in Zamfara
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Turji Surrenders Not Out of Repentance, but Survival Instinct — Sources**

Turji Surrenders Not Out of Repentance, but Survival Instinct — Sources**
By: Zagazola Makama
A recently released video showing notorious bandit kingpin Bello Turji expressing interest in surrendering and accepting peace has left many Nigerians speculating whether the once-feared warlord has finally developed a conscience.
However, contrary to popular assumptions, Turji’s decision appears less about remorse and more about reality. The video, which went viral over the weekend, is not the result of a moral awakening but rather a product of desperation.
“Turji is not laying down arms because he suddenly loves peace. He is doing so because his operational capabilities have been severely weakened.”
Three days before the video surfaced, Zagazola reported that Turji was actively seeking surrender following the killing of his operational commander, Danbokolo, who was the true engine behind Turji’s terror enterprise.
Danbokolo was reportedly neutralized during a joint operation coordinated by the State Services and the Hybrid Forces, a local security team made up of Civilian JTF.
“Let’s be honest, Turji was more of a spokesman. Danbokolo handled the heavy lifting — the ambushes, raids, and executions,” the source said. “Once Danbokolo was gone, so was Turji’s swagger.”
The once-fire-spitting Turji now finds himself walking a tightrope, stripped of influence and hunted by the very people he once terrorized.
While the circumstances surrounding his potential disarmament are still being delicately managed, insiders confirm that the collapse of his network has been swift and decisive.
It is believed this recent development points to the impact of sustained, intelligence-driven offensives against high-value targets in the region.
Now, the question remains: will the government accept Turji’s amnesty after the atrocities he committed against peaceful communities in the Northwest? That remains uncertain.
Will his surrender end banditry in the Northwest? CERTAINLY NOT.
Turji Surrenders Not Out of Repentance, but Survival Instinct — Sources**
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Troops arrest suspected militia, recover arms in Plateau

Troops arrest suspected militia, recover arms in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Lafiyan Jama’a have arrested a suspected militia member and recovered arms and ammunition in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
According to intelligence sources, the suspect, identified as Stephen Gyang, aged 40, was apprehended on July 6, 2025, at about 9:12 p.m. along Kafi Abu–Rakwok road.
The sources said the troops, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted the suspect while he was reportedly laying in ambush with the intent to attack unsuspecting commuters.
Items recovered from the suspect included one locally fabricated AK-47 rifle, one magazine, and 30 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition.
The suspect, who hails from Kafi Abu in Barkin Ladi LGA, is currently in the custody of troops for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest suspected militia, recover arms in Plateau
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Zulum Condoles Residents of Malam Fatori over Recent Attack

Zulum Condoles Residents of Malam Fatori over Recent Attack
… Announces Resettlement of Additional 3,000 families
By: Michael Mike
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has commiserated with the people of Malam Fatori, Abadam local government area, over the recent attack by Boko Haram insurgents that claimed nine lives and left four others injured.
Addressing the people of the area, governor Zulum, whose condolence message was delivered by the Commissioner for Local Government and Emirate Affairs, Hon. Sugun Mai Mele, assured that government will continue to take adequate measures to ensure their safety and the protection of the town.
“We are here at the instance of His Excellency, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, who is out of the country on an official assignment to condole with the people of Malam Fatori over the recent unfortunate attack. He assured that Borno State government and the military will do everything possible to secure the town”, Zulum assured.
“Malam Fatori is one local government area that we are committed to ensuring its stability because of its strategic importance, urging the people to be more resilient and prayerful to avert future incidents,” he added.
While commending the military for their commitment and gallantry, the commissioner announced the deployment of excavators to dig trenches around the local government headquarters to fortify the town from further attacks by Boko Haram/ISWAP groups.
“Let me warn against colluding with Boko Haram, as we will seek divine intervention from the Holy Quran, anyone found collaborating with the insurgents to bring harm or attack to the people of Malam Fatori will be cursed,”.
Hon. Mai Mele then presented cash support of N500,000 to each of the bereaved families and N250,000 to each of the four individuals undergoing treatment.
Similarly, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar, has announced that Borno State government would soon resettle additional 3,000 households in Malam Fatori.
Briefing newsmen shortly after the sympathy visit, the commissioner said this will bring to 5,000, the total number of resettled families.
“Already, Borno State government had resettled 2,000 households, and government is planing to resettle another 3,000 households soon, making it 5,000 households,” Tar announced.
“Let me assure the people that the state government is poised to providing necessary security arrangements, providing the necessary resources and security to consolidate their stay in their homeland,”
Professor Tar called on the people to be resilient and prayerful, urging them to report any suspicious movements to relevant authorities.
Others in the delegation include the member representing the area in the State Assembly, Jamna Bong, permanent secretary Ministry of Information and Internal Security, Aminu Chamalwa, an elder of the area, Maina Mohammed Tar among others.
Zulum Condoles Residents of Malam Fatori over Recent Attack
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