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NAF airstrikes eliminate notorious Zamfara bandit kingpin, Kachalla Damina, scores of his fighters
NAF airstrikes eliminate notorious Zamfara bandit kingpin, Kachalla Damina, scores of his fighters
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Air Force has successfully eliminated the most notorious bandit leader, in Zamfara state, Kachallah Damina including scores of his fighters in Zamfara State.
The successful air raid took place following information received about a large number of bandits attempting to attack Corner Village in Bungudu LGA on March 10, 2024.
Damina, who was already battling with injuries, after clashes with troops of Operation Hadarin Dajia in Dansadau, was neutralized in company of scores of bandits on motorcycles.
Impeccable sources told Zagazola Makama, that out of the 58 motorcycles carrying bandits and heading for mission, only 11 fighters returned, many of them without their fighters.
“More than 50 bandits were neutralized with several motorcycles destroyed. This attack was the biggest and one of the most devastating against the bandit groups in this area in recent times.
“The armed forces are hunting down prominent terrorist leaders and engaging them wherever they are hiding”, the sources said.
Zagazola understands that Damina was an indigene of Kankara LGA in Zamfara State and has wreaked havoc in Zamfara, Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara states.
He was known for his savagery and for committing heartless attacks and gruesome killings. In one instance, Damina removed a child from a pregnant woman and killed it. And once he captures his victims, it is either the ransom was paid at the time he requested or they got killed.
He operated a big camp in Magami forest in a place known as Kango under the command of Buharin Daji and Nagala.
The killing of Damina has diminished the confidence of bandit groups forcing most of them to go into hiding.
Damina got his inspiration from the likes of Shehu Rekep, and Alhaji Lawali Dumbulu, who started banditry in Zamfara, Katsina, Sokoto and Kebbi states with their camps around the Galadimawa forest. These two bandits leaders are known for deploying mercenaries from Mali and Burkina Faso to engage in Mining and abduction.
NAF airstrikes eliminate notorious Zamfara bandit kingpin, Kachalla Damina, scores of his fighters
Security operatives recover 2,500 litres of hazardous chemicals in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
The police in Zamfara have recovered 2,500 litres of suspected hazardous and poisonous chemicals during a patrol operation in Gusau Local Government Area of the state.
A statement issued on Thursday in Gusau said the recovery was made on Jan. 28 at about 4:40 p.m. by operatives attached to the Anti-Illegal Mining Unit while on routine patrol at the Lalan area.
The chemicals were recovered in 100 jerricans, each containing 25 litres, and were believed to pose serious risks to public health and the environment.
Authorities said investigation had commenced to determine the source, ownership and intended use of the chemicals, with a view to identifying and prosecuting those responsible.
They urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements or materials to security agencies to prevent threats to lives and property.
The statement added that efforts were being intensified to curb the circulation of dangerous substances and other activities capable of endangering public safety in the state.
Security operatives recover 2,500 litres of hazardous chemicals in Zamfara
Mob kills, sets man ablaze over alleged theft in Mubi North
By: Zagazola Makama
An unidentified man was brutally killed and set ablaze by an angry mob in Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
The incident occurred on Jan. 28 at about 9:00 p.m. at Blue House, following allegations that the victim had stolen a motorcycle.
“The man was reportedly brutally killed and set ablaze by an angry mob,” the source said.
The Adamawa State Police Command said it was investigating the incident noting that the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has been detailed to conduct a discreet investigation into the incident.
The police assured residents that further updates would be communicated as the investigation progresses and appealed to the public to avoid taking the law into their own hands.
Mob kills, sets man ablaze over alleged theft in Mubi North
Katsina police arrest gun runners, recover AK-47 magazines and ammunition
By: Zagazola Makama
Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected gun runners and recovered six AK-47 magazines and 305 rounds of live ammunition.
Sources said that on Jan. 27 at about 1400 hours, police on stop-and-search duty along Zaria Road intercepted two men riding a motorcycle in a suspicious manner.
The suspects were identified as Shuaibu Musa, also known as Abba, aged 30, and Ahmed Sani, 27, both from Ruwan Godiya Village, Faskari LGA.
A search of their luggage led to the discovery of the weapons and ammunition. Preliminary investigation indicated that the suspects procured the items from Jos for delivery to a notorious bandit leader, Isiya Kwashen Garwa.
The suspects and recovered exhibits are in police custody, while discreet investigation continues.
Katsina police arrest gun runners, recover AK-47 magazines and ammunition
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