Troops neutralize 80 notorious bandits in Katsina

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Katsina

The Air Component troops of the Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralized 80 notorious bandits in Jibia, Katsina state, destroying their camps and equipment.

The operation was carried out in synergy and collaboration with the troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Police, DSS, Community Watch Corps and Vigilantes.

They mounted a successful offensive on bandits camps in Kadoji, Matso- Matso, Bagga, Dogon Marke and Takatsaba areas of Jibia Local Government Area in Katsina state.

The State Governor, Mallam Umar Dikko Radda expressed excitement over the triumph.

The operation, conducted on January 4, 2025, followed credible intelligence revealing the establishment of bandit camps around the vicinity, which had escalated banditry activities in Jibia, Batsari and Batagarawa Local Government Areas.

The joint air and ground operation resulted in the neutralization of 80 bandits, with several others sustaining injuries.

Their hideouts and key operational facilities were also destroyed, marking a significant blow to their operational capacity.

Dr. Nasiru Muazu, the state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, on behalf of Katsina State Government, expressed deep appreciation for the unwavering commitment and dedication of the joint security team in restoring peace and stability in the state and the entire North West region.