Security operatives have killed scores of bandits and recovered arms, ammunition, motorcycles and other items during a joint clearance operation in Gumki Forest, Kangiwa Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The operation, conducted by the Kebbi State Police Command in collaboration with the military, took place at about 6:05 a.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026.
According to a statement issued to journalists in Birnin Kebbi by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Bashir Usman, Gumki Forest is a known route used by bandits and Lakurawa elements.
He said the joint team engaged and neutralised bandits operating in the area during the operation.
Usman said the operatives recovered one PKT rifle with 174 rounds of live ammunition, one AK-47 rifle with 14 rounds of live ammunition, a pair of military camouflage uniforms, a pair of boots, two mobile phones, charms and four motorcycles.
He added that the area remained relatively calm, while joint operations were ongoing to further clear the forest and rid the state of criminal elements.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Umar M. Hadejia, commended the operatives for their gallantry and dedication to duty.
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Hadejia reaffirmed the command’s commitment to sustaining coordinated and intelligence-led operations with other security agencies to counter banditry, terrorism and other forms of criminality in the state.
He also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies.
