Crime
Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Ibrahim Gurgun Daji Killed in Gusau
Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Ibrahim Gurgun Daji Killed in Gusau
By: Zagazola Makama
Kachalla Ibrahim Gurgun Daji, a notorious bandit leader, has been eliminated in Kwanar Nasiru, located east of Mada town in Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State.
Gurgun DAJI was reportedly suyanised by a rival faction on Sunday who left his body at the scene.
Zagazola Makama understands that Ibrahim Gurgun Daji was widely known for his criminal activities, including orchestrating violent attacks along the Kwatarkwashi-Mada road and other surrounding areas.
His base of operations was the Shangel village, situated east of Mada town. He was also notorious for purchasing kidnapped victims within Gusau, further entrenching his influence in the region’s criminal underworld.
In addition to his role in attacks, he was reported to have harbored other criminal figures, including Bello Taggoje, at his residence in Shangel village. Gurgun Daji was believed to have a large group of followers involved in various acts of banditry and terror across the area.
The death of Kachalla Ibrahim Gurgun Daji marks a significant development in the fight against banditry in Zamfara State, as he was considered a key figure in the region’s network of armed criminals.
Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Ibrahim Gurgun Daji Killed in Gusau
Elderly Man Abducted by kidnappers n in Sabon Gari, Zaria
By Zagazola Makama
In a disturbing incident early this morning, an elderly man was kidnapped from his residence in Hayin Ojo, Sabon Gari, Zaria.
Police sources said the attack occurred at approximately 0130hrs when a group of armed men invaded the area, firing sporadically, and abducted Alhaji Saidu Mai Gold, aged 65.
The source said that the victim’s relative, reported the incident to the Sabon Gari Police Division around 0800hrs. In response, the Division’s Patrol Team was swiftly mobilized to the scene.
Efforts are currently ongoing to locate and rescue the victim.
Elderly Man Abducted by kidnappers n in Sabon Gari, Zaria
Two Suspected Kidnappers Arrested in Lere LGA, Kauru
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives in Lere LGA have successfully apprehended two suspected bandits following a tip-off from local hunters.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects, identified as Sani Liman, 23, of Unguwan Fa Raminkura, and Murtala Magaji, alias Seto, 25, of Dambata Galadimawa Village in Kauru LGA, were arrested on April 15, 2025, at approximately 1330hrs.
The sources said Police personnel from Saminaka acted swiftly and arrested the suspects
Preliminary investigation has indicated that the two men may be linked to recent kidnapping activities in the region.
Police sources said that they are currently in police custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation.
Two Suspected Kidnappers Arrested in Lere LGA, Kauru
Nine Killed in Otukpo Attack, Manhunt for Suspects Underway
By: Zagazola Makama
No fewer than nine persons have been confirmed dead following an attack by suspected armed herdsmen in Otobi District of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident, which occurred at about 1900hrs on Monday, was reportedly carried out by about 40 armed men suspected to be Fulani herdsmen, who invaded the community and opened fire on residents.
The sources disclosed that several others sustained varying degrees of injuries during the attack and were evacuated to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, Otukpo for treatment.
Security forces have commenced a manhunt for the assailants, with bush combing operations ongoing in nearby areas to track down the perpetrators and prevent further violence.
Nine Killed in Otukpo Attack, Manhunt for Suspects Underway
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