The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has again, killed over 100 terrorists during a nighttime operation in Kuka Shidda camp, Faskari LGA, Katsina State.
Gatekeepers News reports that the operation, which was conducted by Operation Hadarin Daji troops, targeted a group of criminals connected with a notorious terrorist kingpin, Yusuf Yellow, and his close associate Rabe Imani.
The Katsina State Governor’s spokesman, Ibrahim Kaula revealed this through a statement released.
According to Kaula, over forty-five (45) motorcycles were also destroyed during the airstrikes.
He added that the operation is the third successful air raid the Nigeria Air Force achieved in the Faskari-Kankara area of the State recently.
The spokesman emphasized that the development has significantly disrupted the bandits’ activities in the area.
Kaula further revealed that a swift response by security forces foiled a kidnap attempt in the early hours of Sunday morning in Jibia LGA of the State, and led to the rescue of three victims.
He said, “A credible police source disclosed that the distress call regarding abduction of some residents in Kwata area, Jibia local government area was received around 4:15 am.”
“Without hesitation, a Supol led an APC patrol team to the scene. They arrived to find armed bandits holding three women captive. Acting swiftly, the team blocked the kidnappers’ escape route, leading to a confrontation. A gunfight ensued, pressuring the criminals to flee.”
“Thankfully, all three kidnap victims – Ummulkhari Abubakar (23) Shafa’atu Abubakar (35), and Maryam Lawal (15) – were rescued unharmed. The team also ensured the safety of a six-month-old baby boy named Ismail Usman, who was among those abducted.”
“The source indicates that the security forces exercised commendable restraint during the operation, expending only 14 rounds of ammunition and 20 smoke canisters.”
Kaula emphasized that the swift response not only saved lives but also sent a strong message to the criminals that such acts would not be tolerated.
He added, “these successful operations demonstrate the NAF and local law enforcement’s unwavering commitment to protecting Katsina State’s citizens from criminal activities.”
