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Nigerian soldiers have launched a raid on bandits’ hideouts in Faruruwa, near Goron Dutse and Tsaure villages in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State, killing several bandits and arresting others.
During the operation, which took place on Saturday night, the troops recovered about 30 motorcycles used by the bandits to carry out attacks in rural areas.
The raid was part of ongoing military operations in northern Kano aimed at flushing out criminal groups hiding in the forests.
However, one soldier was confirmed dead during the exchange of gunfire with the bandits.
According to reports, the operation followed intelligence that the bandits had invaded some villages in the area and were attempting to rustle hundreds of animals before the troops intercepted and overpowered them.
The Chairman of Shanono Local Government, Hon. Abubakar Barau, commended the efforts of the security forces and promised continued support for their operations.
He also thanked both the state and federal governments “for their tireless efforts day and night to ensure the bandits are cleared from Shanono area.”
Additional ground and air troops have been deployed to the area to sustain the momentum and prevent the bandits from regrouping.
