Police, Military Neutralize Terrorists, Recover Arms In Kebbi
By Khadijat Saidu
Birnin Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command, in a joint operation with the Military, has neutralised terrorist elements and recovered arms, ammunition and motorcycles during a clearance operation in Gumki Forest, Kangiwa.
The command said the operation was conducted on Monday, 14th September 2026, at about 6:05am, noting that Gumki Forest is a known route used by bandits and Lakurawa elements.
During the operation, the joint security team engaged the terrorists operating in the area and successfully neutralised them.
Items recovered include one PKT rifle with 174 rounds of live ammunition, one AK-47 rifle with 14 rounds of live ammunition, a pair of military camouflage uniform, a pair of boots, two mobile phones, charms and four motorcycles.
The command said the area remains relatively calm, while joint operations are ongoing to further clear the area and rid the state of criminal elements.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Umar M. Hadejia, commended the operatives for their gallantry and dedication to duty.
Hadejia reiterated the Command’s commitment to sustaining coordinated and intelligence-led operations with other security agencies to tackle banditry, terrorism and other forms of criminality in the state.
He urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies.