In a significant victory for Nigerian security forces, notorious bandit kingpin Sani Black has been neutralized, marking a turning point in the ongoing battle against banditry in the region. This operation is part of a broader campaign that has seen the elimination of several high-profile bandit leaders over the past two years.
Among those recently taken down by the Nigerian military, in collaboration with local militias and security forces, are infamous figures such as Kachalla Ali Kawaje, the orchestrator of the student abduction from FUG in Gusau, and Kachalla Jafaru, Kachalla Barume, Kachalla Shehu, Tsoho, and Kachalla Yellow Mai Buhu. Other notable names include Yellow Sirajo, Kachalla Dan Muhammadu, Kachalla Makasko, Sanda, Abdulbasiru Ibrahim, Mai Wagumbe, Kachalla Begu, Kwalfa, Ma’aikaci, and Yellow Hassan.
In recent operations, the following bandits were also neutralized: Umaru Na Bugala, Isyaka Gwarnon Daji, Iliya Babban Kashi, Auta Dan Mai Jan Ido, and Yahaya Dan Shama. The latest casualties include Kacalla Ɗan Baleri, Kacalla Dogo Kwaɗɗi, Lawalli Dodo, Kacalla Naguru, Kacalla Ɗan-Babirki, Kacalla Hana-Zuwa, Kacalla Adamu, and the most recent, Kachallah Buzu, also known as Sububu.
These successes are attributed to the intensified efforts of Operation Hadarin Daji, in conjunction with the Zamfara State government-backed militia, which has created significant disruption within the criminal underworld. The ongoing operations reflect a determined commitment to restoring peace and security in the region.