Over 150 Bandits Killed After Kano Attack as Security Forces Recover 125 Stolen Cows

Over 150 bandits have been neutralized following a coordinated security operation launched after a violent attack on communities in Kano State, while 125 rustled cows were successfully recovered by security forces.

The large-scale operation was carried out by a Joint Task Force made up of the Nigerian military, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other paramilitary units. The security agencies swiftly responded after armed bandits invaded parts of Kano State between Thursday night and Friday morning.

According to details of the operation, the assailants were aggressively pursued from the affected Kano communities and forced to retreat into Kogoro town in Katsina State. During the pursuit and subsequent engagement, approximately 150 of the bandits were reportedly killed, and 125 cattle earlier taken during the raid were recovered.

The development was officially confirmed by the security committee representing Faruruwa, Shanono, and Bagwai Local Government Areas. Speaking through its chairman, Alhaji Yahya Bagobiri, the committee publicly praised the security forces for what he described as a firm and decisive response to the attack.

Bagobiri disclosed that the operation was led by top security officials, including the Brigade Commander of Bukavor Barracks, the Commissioner of Police in Kano State, and the Director of the DSS in Kano. He stated that the coordinated leadership ensured the bandits were tracked relentlessly into Katsina State, where they were completely overpowered, neutralized, and dispossessed of the stolen livestock.

He further explained that the success of the operation has effectively halted the repeated intrusion of bandits into the affected areas, which had previously been exploited as transit routes for cattle rustling and criminal movement.

Reports revealed that hundreds of bandits riding motorcycles stormed several villages in Shanono Local Government Area during the night-time assault. The attackers opened fire, resulting in the death of one civilian, and escaped with more than 150 cows before security forces mobilized.

However, the military and other security agencies responded with significant firepower, chasing the criminals across state boundaries. The pursuit culminated in the elimination of the attackers and the recovery of the stolen cattle, restoring calm to the affected communities.

Alhaji Yahya Bagobiri also used the opportunity to commend the Nigerian Army, DSS, Police, and other security agencies for their professionalism and commitment. He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Musa (retd), for their determination to strengthen security and promote lasting peace across Kano State and the wider northern region of Nigeria.