April 11, 2025
The Nigeria Police Force operatives of the Katsina Police command has neutralised armed bandits and safely rescued a kidnapped university student.
In a statement by the Force PRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Friday, the successful operations were in a collaborative effort with the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), and local vigilante outfits.
The two successful operations dealt a severe blow to armed banditry in the state.
On April 10, 2025 at about 4:15am, a joint security team, led by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force proceeded to a suspected bandit route in Dutsen Wori village, Dandume Local Government Area, where the team successfully ambushed a group of suspected armed bandits along the route.
This led to the neutralisation of 5 armed bandits and the recovery of 7 operational motorcycles which were used by the bandits in their criminal activities.
In a separate operation on the same date, at about 7am, the joint security team, acting on credible information, intercepted suspected armed bandit in Unguwar Adam and Unguwar Judo villages, Danmusa LGA.
A fierce gun battle ensued, resulting in the dislodging of the bandits’ hideout. 3 suspected informants, who were providing information and logistical support to the bandits, were apprehended and 2 operational motorcycles and 2 bicycles were also recovered during the operation.
In a similar development, operatives of the Kebbi State Police Command has successfully rescued Augustine Madubiya, a 23 year-old student of the Department of Economics at the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) who was kidnapped on April 8, 2025, at Unguwar Jeji, Kalgo LGA of Kebbi State.
The rescue operation was conducted by a combined team of police officers and vigilantes in the Dakingari forest on April 10, 2025.
“Upon sighting the team of operatives, the kidnappers took to their heels. The victim was rescued unhurt and is currently receiving medical treatment at a local facility before being reunited with his family.
“These successful operations highlight the importance of collaboration between the police and local communities and demonstrates the resolve of the Nigeria Police Force to combating armed banditry and similar violent crimes, ensuring the safety and security of our communities.
He however said the Force remains dedicated to protecting the lives and property of all residents as investigations towards apprehending the remaining suspects and dismantling their entire criminal networks continues.
