Troops Neutralise 5 Bandits, Recover Motorcycles In Sokoto, Zamfara

Troops of the 8 Division Garrison Nigerian Army, Sokoto, have neutralised five armed bandits, recovered weapons and motorcycles during coordinated operations conducted in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara States.

A credible source confirmed to our correspondent on Friday that the meticulously planned operation kicked off on Wednesday.

”It is a major blow struck against banditry, during a sweeping offensive that targeted notorious hideouts spanning Sokoto and Zamfara States.

The coordinated assaults targeted known bandits’ enclaves in the villages of Gangara, Makawana, Satiru, Baici, and Kurkusu within the Isa local government area.

”The swift advance disrupted the criminal networks, forcing many to flee as the military asserted control over the troubled terrain,” the source said.

According to the source, the operation also intensified in Batamna Village of Shinkafi LGA of Zamfara State, where soldiers encountered heavy resistance.

”In a fierce exchange of fire, the troops neutralised five bandits and recovered weapons, motorcycles and Baofeng radios used by the bandits to carry out nefarious activities,” the source added.

It would be recalled that troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army had earlier neutralised notorious bandits’ kingpins in Sabon Birnin and Isa local government areas of Sokoto State.

Special Adviser to Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu, on Security Matters, Colonel Ahmad Usman (retd), and other citizens have commended the Nigerian Army and other security operatives for the significant success recorded against banditry in the state.