A joint team of security forces stormed bandit hideouts in Faskari, Katsina, killing 30 heavily armed criminals.
The operation combined Police Mobile Force operatives, military ground troops, and Nigerian Air Force units in simultaneous precision counterattacks.
Security teams swiftly responded after receiving intelligence reports of coordinated bandit assaults on Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon Layi communities.
Commissioner Nasir Mua’zu confirmed the successful counteroffensive and praised the gallantry of personnel who risked their lives.
Dandume-based reinforcements joined the battle as air force jets launched airstrikes that eliminated bandits attempting to escape.
Security forces successfully pushed back the attackers, disrupted their formation, and forced their total retreat from the communities.
At least 30 bandits were confirmed dead during the operation, following precise and deadly coordinated military airstrikes.
Three Police Mobile Force operatives lost their lives in action: Inspectors Ibrahim, Bala, and Corporal Lawal.
One civilian from Kadisau, Aliyu Sa’adu, also died while another resident received treatment for injuries sustained.
Two Nigerian soldiers died defending Sabon Layi village, and their heroism earned national recognition and full support.
Commissioner Mua’zu vowed the government would provide financial and moral support to families of the fallen heroes.
He reaffirmed Governor Dikko Umaru’s commitment to eliminating all bandits and restoring complete peace across Katsina State.
“Our administration will never back down until we defeat every last criminal terrorizing our peace-loving communities,” he said.
Local residents expressed gratitude and relief, praising the swift military action and calling for continued government vigilance.
State authorities warned criminal elements to flee or face total annihilation by superior and resolute security firepower.
Security patrols have since increased across Faskari LGA, aiming to maintain peace and prevent any retaliatory violence.
This latest counter-operation signals a turning point in Katsina’s ongoing war against banditry and rural insecurity.
The government urged citizens to remain alert and cooperate with security agents by reporting suspicious movements immediately.
