Nigerian security forces neutralise 18 bandits in Bakori, recover rifles & livestock

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Katsina security forces neutralise 18 bandits, recover rifles and 96 livestock in Bakori By: Zagazola Makama Security forces comprising hunters, Community Watch Corps and local vigilante groups have neutralised 18 suspected bandits during an intelligence-led operation in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. The Katsina State Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs said the operation was conducted at about 1:00 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at Gidan Iyado, Kakumi Ward, follo