The Nigerian Army and Navy have killed seven bandits during clearance operations in the Kasso general area of Kaduna State’s Chikun Local Government Area.
Mr Samuel Aruwan, the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Friday in Kaduna.
According to Aruwan, operational feedback to the State government revealed that the troops began the operations and made contact with bandits near Ungwan Rimi village in Kasso, near a river.
“The troops promptly engaged and subdued the bandits after an intense gun duel.
“Seven bandits were confirmed neutralised during the operation, with the high possibility of even more eliminated and injured across the river.
According to him the troops recovered five motorcycles, 153 rounds of ammunition, seven magazines and three mobile phones during the operations.
The commissioner said receiving the report, Gov. Nasir El-Rufai praised the troops for their doggedness and bravery.
The governor commends the leadership of Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, General Officer Commanding 1 Division, and Cdr ME Ejumabone, Commandant of Nigerian Navy School of Armament Technology, on the successful operation. (NAN)