Deadly Bandit Chiefs, Kachallah Dogo, 11 Others Killed In Katsina In a decisive blow to criminal elements in Katsina State, troops of Operation ‘Fansan Yanma’ have neutralised 12 terrorists, containing the notorious bandit kingpin Kachallah Dogo, during a combat patrol in Maigora village of Faskari local government area.
The operation, which emerged on Friday around 12:30pm, was triggered by intelligence reveals of an impending attack by the criminals.
Troops swiftly responded, engaging the assailants in a fierce gun battle that forced them into retreat. In the inaugural violence, five bandits were killed, and two motorcycles applied by the attackers were seized.
Undeterred, the remaining terrorists regrouped and launched a counterattack. However, security forces maintained their ground, repelling the truce and chasing the fleeing bandits into the surrounding hills.
Mortar fire was deployed, resulting in the deaths of seven more terrorists and scattering the remnants of the group.
An absolute search of the area led to the recovery of seven supplemental motorcycles utilised by the criminals. Among those killed was Kachallah Dogo, the notorious bandit leader, who had long terrorised communities in Katsina State.
Another key figure, identified as Malum, sustained gunshot wounds and is believed to be in hiding.
Local sources substantiated that the bodies of 12 terrorists were buried on Friday evening, with Dogo’s death marking a major victory in the violence against banditry in the State.
Security forces have since maintained a strong presence in the area, ensuring the safety of residents and preventing further incursions.
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The successful operation was being hailed as a significant step forward in dismantling the network of terror that has plagued Katsina State.
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Published 3/16/2025