Joint Security Forces Launch Successful Precision Strikes On Bandits In Kogi

Following sustained war against banditry and terrorism, coordinated joint security forces achieved a major breakthrough with successful precision strikes on bandits in Kogi State.

A statement on Monday signed by Kingsley Femi Fanwo, Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communications, noted that the strikes and ground battle led to the destruction of several bandits’ camps, the dismantling of their criminal networks, and the neutralising of many of the criminals.

The statement reads, “The Kogi State Government wishes to announce a major breakthrough in its sustained war against banditry and terrorism following a series of highly successful precision operations carried out by coordinated joint security forces including the Army, Navy, DSS, Airforce and the NSCDC with the support of the Nigeria Police Force through its Airwing Component.

“The coordinated strikes and ground battle led to the destruction of several bandits’ camps, the dismantling of their criminal networks, and the neutralisation of many of the criminals, with several others sustaining varying degrees of injury.

“The renewed onslaught, which was executed over the weekend, was strategically coordinated by the Kogi State Government with the support of the Office of the National Security Adviser and the heads of security agencies.

“Initial feedback from affected communities has shown renewed confidence in the capacity and commitment of our security forces to decisively end banditry and kidnapping, not only in Kogi State but across the country.

“The Kogi State Government expresses profound appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his uncompromising commitment to the safety and security of Kogi State and Nigeria at large. We also appreciate the unbending commitment of the National Security Adviser, Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Air Staff, the Director General of the Department of State Services, the Inspector General of Police and the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps as well as the Director General of the Nigerian Intelligence Agency.

“Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has reaffirmed his resolve to sustain the momentum and continue to take the fight to the bandits until they are completely wiped off the face of Kogi State. He has assured that no resource will be spared in achieving this critical objective.

“The Government urges residents to continue to volunteer timely and credible intelligence to support the ongoing security operations. Members of the public and all health institutions across the state are also advised to promptly report cases of gunshot wounds to security authorities, as this will help in tracking fleeing criminals who sustained bullet injuries during the decisive operation.

According to the statement, the Government is fully committed to safeguarding lives, property, and restoring lasting peace to all parts of the state.