Nigerian troops neutralise armed bandit, recover AK-47 in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

The troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have neutralised an armed bandit and recovered an AK-47 rifle during an operation in Turare Forest.

Zagazola Makama learnt that the operation, conducted in collaboration with other security agencies, was based on credible intelligence received about the presence of bandits in the forest.

“The operation, which took place at about 3:00 a.m., on Monday led to the killing of an armed bandit. One AK-47 rifle was recovered from the suspect,” he said.

The sources added that patrol and monitoring activities in the area have been intensified and would be sustained to prevent further criminal activities.

Nigerian troops neutralise armed bandit, recover AK-47 in Katsina

Troops neutralise 2 terrorists, recover weapons in Taraba

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have neutralised two terrorists and recovered weapons in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.

Zagazola Makama learnt that the operation which took place on Sept 16, was part of intensified efforts to deny terrorists freedom of action across the state.

The source said the operation was conducted on Monday following credible intelligence of a planned attack on Chanchanji community by elements suspected to be of the Bojo group.

According to the source, the troops swiftly deployed to the area and encountered the terrorists along Demeva–Chanchanji road.

“The troops engaged them in a firefight, neutralising one terrorist, while others fled the scene.

“In a follow-up operation, the troops pursued the fleeing terrorists to the Demeva–Gbudu axis in Chanchanji, which was identified as their intended crossing point to Ananum community in Donga Local Government Area.

“During another heavy exchange of fire, the troops neutralised one more terrorist,” the source said.

Items recovered during the operations include one G3 rifle, 16 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and a motorcycle.

The source added that the general security situation in the area remained calm, while troops maintained aggressive patrols to reassure residents of their safety.

Troops neutralise 2 terrorists, recover weapons in Taraba

Gumi warns against provoking terrorists amid peace talks

Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has cautioned against provoking armed groups in Katsina State after a peace deal was struck between terrorists and residents of Faskari Local Government Area.
 
The comments come amid recent peace meeting held on Sunday in Faskari between residents, local traditional leaders, and a wanted bandit kingpin, Ado Alero, alongside dozens of armed herders.
 
Recall that a notorious bandit leader, Isiya Kwashen Garwa, earlier declared wanted by the Defence Headquarters, had reportedly accepted a peace deal in Katsina State.
 
Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst, in a post on his X handle on Sunday disclosed that Garwa turned up in Hayin Gada community, Faskari Local Government Area, presenting himself as an advocate of dialogue.

In a Facebook post on Monday, Gumi warned that any attempt to attack the armed groups could reignite violence in the state.
 
“Some people who don’t want peace, will provoke them again by attacking them. It’s very important to educate them that they are used by capitalising on their ignorance and zeal to vengeance,” Gumi wrote.

Gumi warns against provoking terrorists amid peace talks