Tag: Banditry
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Two soldiers, 19 bandits killed in Kano firefight
Overview of the Kano firefight In a confrontation that underscores ongoing insecurity in parts of northern Nigeria, soldiers from the Nigerian Army clashed with armed bandits in the Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. Official sources confirmed that 19 bandits were killed during the exchange, while a number of the attackers were neutralized through…
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Kebbi Deputy Speaker Abduction: Authorities Launch Major Rescue Operation
Overview of the Incident The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Samaila Bagudu, the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, by suspected armed bandits. The alarming incident, which occurred in the early hours, has prompted a broad security response from law enforcement agencies and regional authorities. Local residents reported…
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Kebbi Deputy Speaker Abduction: Police Launch Massive Rescue Operation
Overview of the Incident The Kebbi State Police Command has formally confirmed the abduction of Samaila Bagudu, the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, by suspected armed bandits. The incident, which occurred in the early hours, has prompted an immediate and coordinated response from security agencies across the state. Authorities say the…