Army kills three bandits and arrests suspect in Kogi
Troops from the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have killed three bandits and arrested a suspected logistics supplier during operations in Kabba Bunu and Yagba West Local Government Areas of Kogi State. The operations were carried out on January 3, 2026, following credible intelligence about bandit movements. According to Lt. Hassan Abdullahi, the troops set up an ambush and engaged the bandits, resulting in casualties and the recovery of weapons. The arrested suspect, Sunday Adedotun, is currently in custody and under investigation.
What we know
- Troops conducted fighting patrols and ambushes in Kabba Bunu and Yagba West LGAs on January 3, 2026.
- Two bandits were neutralised during the initial encounter, with weapons and ammunition recovered.
- Further operations in Saminaka village led to the discovery of another neutralised bandit and more weapons.
- A suspected logistics supplier, Sunday Adedotun, was arrested on a farmland in Saminaka village.
- Brig.-Gen. Kasim Sidi commended the troops and assured continued aggressive operations against criminal elements.
