Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA neutralise two terrorists, recover weapons in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 17 Brigade, Operation FANSAN YANMA of the Nigerian Army, on March 4, 2026, successfully engaged terrorists during clearance operations at notorious hideouts in Barkishi Maiha Gumma, Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that In the ensuing gun battle, the troops overpowered the terrorists, neutralising two insurgents and recovering one AK-47 rifle, one magazine, four rounds of ammunition, a motorcycle, a matchete, a Tecno phone, and two extra phone batteries.

There were no casualties among the troops.

The sources said that the General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force (North West), Maj. Gen. Paul Koughna, commended the troops for their bravery and urged continued operations to completely eliminate terrorist threats in the region.

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA neutralise two terrorists, recover weapons in Katsina

NDLEA Insists Drug Case Against Abba Kyari Continues Despite Court Discharge

By: Michael Mike

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reaffirmed that its substantive drug trafficking case against suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, remains firmly on track, clarifying that recent court proceedings discharging him on a separate matter do not affect the ongoing trial.

The agency said the core drug case is scheduled to continue before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, March 16, 2026.

NDLEA’s clarification follows the decision of Justice James Omotosho, who discharged Kyari in a 23-count charge relating to alleged money laundering and non-declaration of assets. The anti-narcotics agency stressed that the ruling pertains to a different case and should not be confused with the main drug prosecution.

Reacting to inquiries on whether the agency would challenge the ruling, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, explained that the prosecution team has been directed to obtain the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment before determining the next legal step.

He emphasized that the matter decided by Justice Omotosho is distinct from the substantive drug charges pending before Justice Nwite, noting that the latter remains active and unaffected.

The spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi in a statement on Thursday, said: “First, I need to clarify that the ruling by Justice Omotosho is completely different from the main and substantive drug case which continues before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, March 16, 2026. That one is very much on course.”

He added that the prosecution team would review the detailed judgment upon receipt of the CTC to guide the agency’s management in deciding whether an appeal is warranted.

The development underscores the complex legal battles facing the suspended senior police officer, as the NDLEA maintains its resolve to pursue the substantive drug allegations to their conclusion in court.

NDLEA Insists Drug Case Against Abba Kyari Continues Despite Court Discharge

Security operatives arrest suspected fuel suppliers to bandits in Gombe

By: Zagazola Makama

Security operatives in Gombe State have arrested two suspected fuel suppliers believed to be providing logistics support to bandits operating in neighbouring communities in Bauchi State.

Security sources said the suspects were arrested on March 4 at about 4:30 a.m. during a stop-and-search operation along the Kashere–Futuk Road in Akko Local Government Area of the state.

The sources said the operation followed intelligence reports indicating that bandits terrorising parts of Bauchi State were sourcing fuel supplies from Kashere in Gombe State.

During the operation, operatives intercepted a red tinted Golf 3 vehicle with registration number GME 221 XA, loaded with 29 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).

The vehicle was driven by one Aliyu Usman, 20, of Futuk Village in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, who reportedly fled the scene and escaped.

Two passengers in the vehicle, identified as Bello Abdullahi, 52, and Sulaiman Musa, 40, both from Futuk Village in Alkaleri LGA of Bauchi State, were arrested at the scene.

The suspects claimed that the fuel was purchased in Billiri, Gombe State.

The police impounded the vehicle along with the 29 jerrycans of fuel as exhibits while investigations are ongoing to determine their involvement in supplying fuel to criminal elements.

Efforts are also underway to apprehend the fleeing driver and uncover other members of the suspected supply network.

Security operatives arrest suspected fuel suppliers to bandits in Gombe