20 Notorious Bandit Leaders Killed In Zamfara (Photos)

In what can only be described as a resounding victory for peace and security, the relentless efforts of the Nigerian military, the Hybrid forces as and Zamfara State Security Watch have continued to yield remarkable results in the war against banditry.

The ranks of notorious criminal elements have been significantly deflated, with over 20 top bandit leaders and their foot soldiers sent to the great beyond within the space of two years.

These men, who once held entire communities hostage with their reign of terror, have now met their end, thanks to the unwavering commitment of the security forces. Among those eliminated are:

Ali Kachalla/Dawaje, Kachallah Dogo Kwaddi, Lawali Dodo, Boderi, Sani Wala-birki, Kachallah Hana-Zuwa, Damina, Kachalla Sani Dangote, Kachalla Adamu, Halilu Sububu, Baleri, Modi Modi, Kachalla Mai Shayi, Kachalla Tsoho Lulu, Ibrahim Nagure, Kachalla Makore, Bulak, Tukur Sharme, Hassan Dantawaye and just yesterday, another top figure in Zamfara Dan-Isuhu, met his Waterloo from the hands of his men after he was shot by the troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA while seeking for medical intervention.

This decisive action by the gallant troops has brought immeasurable relief to the people of Zamfara State, who for years suffered under the oppression of these ruthless criminals. The year has been particularly remarkable, with the fall of Halilu Sububu and Kachallah Dan Isuhu Yellow, two of the most feared bandit kingpins in the region. Their demise signals a turning point in the fight against banditry.

The military’s strategy, including establishing the North West Theartre Command with the troops now giong after the criminals in their hideouts, precision airstrikes by the NAF component, intelligence-led operations, and ground offensives, has left the terrorists with nowhere to hide. The once untouchable warlords now meet their end one after the other, while bandits like Bello Turji has since gone into hiding, proving that crime and terror have no future in the North West.

As the war on banditry rages on, one thing is certain the days of terror are numbered. The government, security forces, and well-meaning citizens are united in the fight, and with each passing day,victory draws closer. The message is clear: bandits and their enablers have no place in Nigeria!

Zagazola Makama is a Counter Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst to the Lake Chad