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Two Prominent bandits kingpins Kachallah Gwande, Madagwal, 12 others killed in major Faceoff with Rival Groups in Zamfara
Two Prominent bandits kingpins Kachallah Gwande, Madagwal, 12 others killed in major Faceoff with Rival Groups in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Two prominent bandit kingpin Kachala Gwande, Kachallah Madagwal and 12 other fighters were killed after a confrontation erupted at Kaurar Zomo village in the Kunchin Kalgo district of Tsafe LGA, Zamfara State, involving three rival bandit groups.
Intelligence told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and Security analyst in Lake Chad that
Alhaji TSAUNI’s group, Kachallah JAFARU’s group, and Kachallah GWANDU’s group, clashed in a fierce gun battle, on the Thursday, 17th of April, 2024, at approximately 15:45 hours, resulting in the reported death of 12 bandits from the three factions.
JAFARU, a notorious bandit kingpin known to operate from Faskari LGA in Katsina state, descended upon Kaurar Zomo village, which serves as TSAUNI’s stronghold, under undisclosed circumstances that led to the violent confrontation. JAFARU’s fighters overpowered and naturalised Gwande and his fighters.
The fight however escalated to other enclaves shortly after the news of Gwande’s death broke, resulting in another heavy gun battle with Kachallah Madagwal’s group who was nutrialised in the aftermath of the shootout.
Zagazola understands that several bandits who sustained severe gunshot wounds were promptly evacuated to Munhaye Health Facility for urgent medical attention.
The people of the area were currently trooping to the battleground to see the dead bodies of the neutralized bandits.
Note:
In light of the aforementioned incident, the internal strife within the rival bandit groups presents an opportunity in the ongoing battle against banditry.
This situation offers a strategic moment for the air components of Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) to potentially neutralize the warring factions while they are engaged in combat.
Two Prominent bandits kingpins Kachallah Gwande, Madagwal, 12 others killed in major Faceoff with Rival Groups in Zamfara
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with Defence Intelligence Agency operatives and local vigilantes, have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the arrest was made at about 7:45 a.m. on May 13 during an intelligence-led operation at Iware community in the area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended following credible intelligence linking him to arms trafficking activities within the Amaseyo general area.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect was allegedly involved in illegal arms dealing, prompting his immediate arrest by the joint security team.
The suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while security agencies say efforts are ongoing to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the state and surrounding areas.
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim During Patrol in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation MESA have rescued a kidnap victim abandoned by suspected terrorists along the Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi axis in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Security sources said the rescue operation was carried out at about 9:00 a.m. on May 13 by troops of 12 Brigade during a fighting patrol along the old Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi road.
According to the report, the troops discovered the victim after suspected kidnappers abandoned him while fleeing from the advancing security personnel.
The rescued victim was subsequently reunited with his family after the operation.
Security patrols and clearance operations have continued along the route and adjoining communities as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the area.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Savannah Shield have neutralised a suspected terrorist during an offensive operation in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 2:45 p.m. on May 13 by troops of 221 Battalion alongside personnel of CSIB XVI deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babanna.
The troops reportedly carried out the offensive raid on Masaka Village following intelligence on terrorist activities within the area.
During the operation, the troops made contact with the suspected terrorists, leading to an exchange of fire.
According to the report, one of the fleeing terrorists accidentally triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which detonated and resulted in his death.
Troops subsequently recovered one magazine loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the scene.
Security forces have continued exploitation and clearance operations in the area aimed at dismantling terrorist hideouts and preventing further attacks within the operational environment.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
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