JUST-IN: 11 Bandits Killed In Intense Battle With Troops In Kaduna

Special Forces of the Nigerian Army have neutralised 11 bandits in a fierce battle during fighting patrols in Birnin Gwari local government area of Kaduna State.

The Kaduna State Government said security report revealed that the troops advanced to several identified locations, and cleared bandit camps in Bagoma, Rema, Bugai, Dagara, Sabon Layi, Gagumi, Kakangi, Katakaki and Randagi.

Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, in a statement on Sunday, said in the course of the operations, the Forces made contact with bandits at Kakangi and Katakaki where a gun duel ensued.

“A fierce gun battle followed, after which the criminals were subdued by the troops’ aggressive firepower. Eleven bandits were confirmed neutralized, as others fled,” he stated.

The statement further explained that: “After the battle, the troops exploited the location and recovered two AK-47 rifles, two AK-47 magazines and 57 rounds of ammunition. Six motorcycles belonging to the bandits were destroyed during the encounter.”

Receiving the security report, Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed satisfaction at the emphatic outing by the security forces, and praised the leadership of the Major General T.A. Lagbaja, the GOC One Division and Force Commander of the Operation Whirl Punch.

Aruwan added that Governor El-Rufai lauded the troops for their consistent and spirited efforts, as he urged them to build on the momentum of the notable success.