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The Katsina State Government has confirmed the rescue of 21 kidnap victims and the arrest of four suspected bandits following a coordinated security operation in Dargaza Hills, Danmusa Local Government Area of the state.
The intelligence-led raid was carried out by the Department of State Services in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Police Force, and the Community Watch Corps.
In a statement released to journalists on Saturday, the State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasir Mua’zu, said the operation led to the safe recovery of the abducted persons and the arrest of four suspects who are currently being investigated.
He disclosed that, “The rescued victims comprised 16 women, two men and three babies kidnapped from Gidan Sarkin Bayero Village in Musawa LGA and other locations.
“More so, 20 of the rescued victims are Christians, while two are Muslims; this shows the indiscriminate nature of banditry and the government’s commitment to protecting all citizens regardless of religion.
“The operation particularly targeted the enclave of notorious bandit leader Kamilu Chiroma, also known as Buzaru, in Dargaza Hills.
“This successful rescue demonstrates the effectiveness of intelligence-driven operations and the synergy among our security agencies.
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“The State Government wishes to assure citizens that the suspects will face the full weight of the law upon completion of investigations.
“We also want to reiterate that Governor Dikko Umaru Radda’s commitment to ending banditry and restoring lasting peace across Katsina State is nonnegotiable.
“The government commended the DSS, Nigerian Army, Police, and Community Watch Corps professionalism and courage displayed during the operation,” the statement concluded.
The state government said the latest success underscores its resolve to sustain security offensives until criminal elements are completely dislodged from all parts of Katsina State.
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