Writing by AMINU DALHATU; Editing by BASIRAT MEMUDU
The Zamfara state government has commended troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA for successfully neutralizing over 50 bandits and five notorious bandit kingpins in the State.
The State Commissioner for Information & Culture, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa made this known in a statement expresses deepest gratitude for the exemplary dedication displayed by gallant military forces against the notorious bandits terrorizing communities.
He said Zamfara state government noted that, the recent military launched on criminal enclaves supported by air strikes swift and decisive action has brought a sense of relief and security to the Zurmi – Shinkafi’s communities.
“Indeed, the successful elimination of these notorious bandit kingpins and 50 others that are terrorizing innocent citizens in Zurmi – Shinkafi axis is a testament to the skill, courage, and professionalism of our military personnel in ending the menace in Zamfara and northwest states”.
Mahmud Mohammed Dantawasa also stressed that, the troops tireless efforts and sacrifice in the face of danger deserve recognition at the highest levels.
“Impact of your actions goes beyond mere security; it restores hope and stability to the lives of countless individuals who have long suffered under the threat of banditries, kidnapping for ramson and other criminal activities across the state”.
He however, called on the general public and communities to be vigilant and report suspicious movements and avoid providing logistics or shelter to fleeing bandits.
“Kachalla Na Faransa and Kachalla Sanni Bammuwa, Auta, Audu Gajere and Bako Malaika who was eliminated together with their foot soldiers numbering over 50 during the encounter with troops had links with terrorists groups in Mali and was previously an ally of the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji before establishing his own criminal network at Dutsen Kura forest in Mashema, Zurmi local government area.
“While the two notorious terrorists King pins, Kachalla Gwammade and Kachalla Shehu along with four others was also eliminated in Ruwan Dawa village, Maru local government area after military engagement in a fierce gun battle”, the commissioner concluded.
