A recent Operations of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA under the Northwest Operation FARAUTAR MUJIYA, against the Lakurawa group in Kebbi State has forced the armed group into retreat following a swift and effective campaign by the Nigerian military.
Zagazola learnt that the air and ground forces coordinated to strike Lakurawa camps, leading to the seizure of livestock and other resources, which have been a vital revenue stream for the group.
In the wake of the attack, the Lakurawa group is reportedly withdrawing towards Borgu, a strategic area near the Nigeria-Benin border. Known for its remote terrain and access to cross-border livestock and grain markets, Borgu has historically provided cover for the group’s operations and trade-based income sources.
The Lakurawa group’s retreat was a potential attempts to exploit less-monitored border regions to regroup and reestablish revenue streams.
Intelligence suggests the group may continue further south toward Ilesha Bariba in Kwara State, near the Benin border, where their illicit activities could evade closer scrutiny.
With operations continuing, security forces are advised to monitor key crossings and market areas in Borgu and Ilesha Bariba to anticipate potential regrouping or new smuggling routes that may sustain Lakurawa’s activities.