Crime
Notorious Bandit Leader Sani Black Eliminated in Zamfara State
Notorious Bandit Leader Sani Black Eliminated in Zamfara State
By: Zagazola Makama
A major breakthrough in the fight against banditry in northern Nigeria was recorded with the elimination of notorious bandit leader Kachalla Sani Black. Sani Black, a feared warlord responsible for countless terror attacks, was ambushed and killed by local vigilantes supported by military in the Magama Mai Rake area of Maru Local Government Area, Zamfara State.
It was gathered that Sani Black and two of his sons were killed during the operation. The vigilantes recovered two AK-47 rifles, a PKT machine gun, and an undisclosed amount of cash from the scene.
Sani Black had long been a menace to communities across northern Zamfara, known for leading deadly attacks, abductions, and sexual violence. With over 150 armed followers, his reign of terror extended beyond Zamfara to neighboring Kaduna, Niger, and Kebbi States. His criminal activities included orchestrating ambushes, kidnapping for ransom, and raiding villages across the region.
Clash with Vigilantes and Military Response
On the morning of September 24, 2024, following information about the clash between vigilantes and terrorists in the Tashar Sahabi area, troops from the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Hanutara were deployed to the scene to prevent potential reprisal attacks by the terrorists. Upon arrival, they identified the body of Sani Black but soon came under heavy fire from terrorists in the vicinity.
As the firefight intensified, a Combat Support Vehicle (CSK) bogged down in the village, leaving the soldiers vulnerable. Despite reinforcements being mobilized from Team 3 HQ in Magami and FOB Dansadau, the troops were temporarily withdrawn. The CSK was destroyed, and two soldiers were wounded in action (WIA).
Impact of Sani Black’s Death
Sani Black’s death is a significant victory for security forces and local vigilantes in their ongoing battle against banditry in Zamfara State. Sani Black had been a major competitor to another infamous bandit leader, Kachallah Gwaska Dankarami and his influence in the region was unmatched. His ability to wreak havoc across multiple states had earned him a reputation as one of the most dangerous criminals in the North West.
Bandits Plan Reprisal
In the aftermath of Sani Black’s death, intelligence reports indicate that bandit leaders, including Gwaska Dankarami and fighters from the late Kawaje group, are mobilizing around Kuran Mota to launch reprisal attacks. Security forces are on high alert, prepared to counter any retaliatory measures as they work to stabilize the region.
Notorious Bandit Leader Sani Black Eliminated in Zamfara State
Troops neutralise eight terrorists in Kayamla, Sojiri villages in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralised eight terrorists during a clearance operation in Kayamla and Sojiri villages in Borno State, military sources have confirmed.
Zagazola report that the operation, codenamed Desert Sanity V, involved coordinated patrols and clearance missions targeting insurgents of the Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS/ISWAP) who were reportedly hibernating in the axis.
The troops, working closely with Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) personnel, engaged the terrorists in a well-coordinated gun battle, resulting in the neutralisation of eight insurgents. Others reportedly fled, leaving behind guns and personal weapons, including AK-47 rifles.
The sources confirmed that there were no casualties or injuries among the troops, and operational equipment was not damaged during the engagement.
The patrol team continues to conduct operations in surrounding enclaves to prevent insurgent regrouping.
Troops neutralise eight terrorists in Kayamla, Sojiri villages in Borno
Crime
Fulani youths shot by suspected Berom militia in Jos South in latest unprovoked attack in Pleateau
Fulani youths shot by suspected Berom militia in Jos South in latest unprovoked attack in Pleateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Two Fulani youths were ambushed late Tuesday while returning from Gero village in Jos South Local Government Area (LGA) in the latest unprovoked attack by suspected Berom militia in Plateau state.
Zagazola Makama gathered from sources that the victims, Zakariya Abdullahi and Jibrin Musa, were attacked by suspected Berom militia around 8:00 p.m. Abdullahi was killed on the spot, while Musa sustained gunshot injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
The latest ambush of Zakariya Abdullahi and Jibrin Musa fits this established pattern of escalating attacks, in which pastoral and farming communities are alternately targeted in a cycle of reprisals.
The recent spate of violence follows the deadly December 31, 2025, attack in Bum community, Chugwi area of Vwang District, Jos South LGA, where at least seven farmers were killed in their homes and farmlands. That attack occurred despite prior security alerts warning of potential threats to several rural communities.
Zagazola had link the Bum killings to an escalating cycle of reprisal attacks. On December 27, 2025, five Fulani youths were shot near Con Filling Station along Bukuru Express Road, sustaining critical injuries. Local sources allege that the gunmen, suspected Berom militia, targeted the youths without provocation as they returned from Bukuru Cattle Market.
The December violence traces further back to attacks on mining sites and pastoral assets. On December 16, 2025, gunmen attacked an illegal mining site at Tosho community, Barkin Ladi LGA, by Fulani Bandits, killing 12 miners and abducting three others. The assault reportedly followed cattle rustling in nearby communities, including the loss of 137 cattle in Nding community on December 12, and additional theft and poisoning of livestock across Jos East and Riyom LGAs.
The unrest has also seen civilian casualties, including the killing of four children in Dorong village, Foron District, Barkin Ladi LGA, in what residents describe as a Fulani reprisal attack. Other retaliatory attacks have reportedly targeted Gero village in Jos South LGA, resulting in the deaths and injury of both humans and livestock.
Despite multiple warnings and early alerts, affected communities have repeatedly decried slow response by the state government and selective enforcement that fails to dismantle armed militias on all sides.
The lack of decisive action against armed militias on both sides has fueled unending attacks, mistrust, making people in rural settlements increasingly vulnerable to attacks. Unresolved issues such as cattle rustling, livestock poisoning, and targeted killings act as triggers for revenge attacks, creating a self-perpetuating spiral of violence.
Fulani youths shot by suspected Berom militia in Jos South in latest unprovoked attack in Pleateau
Collapsed fence kills five in Maiduguri
By: Zagazola Makama
Five people were killed and one injured after a fence collapsed in Bintu Sugar, Jere Local Government Area of Borno State.
Zagazola report that the incident occurred on Jan. 4 at about 8:12 p.m., when six individuals were reportedly near the fence at the community.
According to the sources, the victims were immediately evacuated to the State Specialists Hospital, Maiduguri, for medical attention. However, Hadiza Mohamed, Adamu Umar, Abdul Malik Usman, Abdullahi Usman, and Salamatu Mohammed Dibal, all residents of Gomari, Bintu Sugar, were certified dead.
One survivor, Ya’u Labaran, 16, is responding to treatment at the hospital.
The Borno Police Command confirmed the incident noting that the corpses were photographed and released to relatives for burial according to Islamic rites. Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fence collapse is ongoing.
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