Kaduna, April 2, 2023 – Troops from Special Forces of the Nigerian Army killed 11 bandits during their patrols in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Samuel Aruwan, the Kuduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, said this a statement on Sunday.
He said that the troops had advanced to several identified locations, and cleared bandit camps in Bagoma, Rema, Bugai, Dagara, Sabon Layi, Gagumi, Kakangi, Katakaki and Randagi.
Aruwan said that in the course of the operations, the forces made contact with the bandits at Kakangi and Katakaki.
“A fierce gun battle followed, after which the criminals were subdued by the troops’ aggressive firepower.
“Eleven bandits were confirmed neutralised as others fled.
“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 report, Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed his satisfaction at the emphatic outing by the security forces, and praised the leadership of the Major General TA Lagbaja, GOC One Division and Force Commander of the Operation Whirl Punch.
“The Governor lauded the troops for their consistent and spirited efforts, as he urged them to build on the momentum of this notable success,’’ the statement said. (GBN)
