…… Recover bandits’ operational assets
…… As police operatives neutralise armed bandits, they rescue a kidnapped university student
In the ongoing battle against violent crimes such as kidnapping and armed banditry, the Nigeria police have once again been successful. These concerted efforts have been successful in neutralising armed bandits, dismantling their networks, and safely rescuing a university student who had been abducted.
According to a press release on Friday, 11th April 2025, signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, police operatives of the Katsina State Police Command, in a collaborative effort with the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), and local vigilante outfits, conducted two successful operations that dealt a severe blow to armed banditry in the state.
The statement read, “On April 10th, 2025, at about 4:15 AM, 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, leading to the neutralisation of 5 armed bandits and the recovery of 7 operational motorcycles that were used by the bandits in their criminal activities.
“In a separate operation on the same date, at about 7 AM, the joint security team, acting on credible information, intercepted a 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 have 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 demonstrate the resolve of the Nigeria Police Force to combat armed banditry and similar violent crimes, ensuring the safety and security of our communities. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, commends these gallant operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Armed Forces and local security groups. The Force remains dedicated to protecting the lives and property of all residents as investigations continue towards apprehending the remaining suspects and dismantling their entire criminal networks.
