Crime
3 Zamfara bandits leaders, 29 others killed in Niger
No fewer than 32 bandits lost their lives in a confrontation with Nigerian joint security forces in Niger on the weekend.
The bandits fleeing Zamfara for Niger first attacked a police station in Bangu Gari, Rafi LGA.
They were initially confronted by the police—whom they overwhelmed.
“The bandits came in their large number with sophisticated weapons including rocket launchers after fleeing their camps at Danjibga and Munhaye in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
“They stormed the police station at Bangu Gari in Rafi LGA and killed five policemen during the exchange of gunfire.
“Immediately a signal was received and a detachment of joint security forces was despatched. The troops on reinforcement successfully ambushed the marauding bandits while attempting to escape through Tegina axis.
“At least 32 of the bandits were killed including their leaders, Karki Buzu and Yalo Nagoshi while another kingpin, Ali Kawaji sustained serious gun wounds,” the source said.
The military operation in Zamfara has displaced many of the criminals and their criminalities.
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