Thousands of Bandits Neutralised, Camps Destroyed in Bauchi — Bala Mohammed

Thousands of Bandits Neutralised, Camps Destroyed in Bauchi — Bala Mohammed

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has disclosed that thousands of bandits were neutralised during a major security offensive in Bauchi State, targeting criminal hideouts in Alkaleri Local Government Area and surrounding communities.

Speaking during a press briefing at the Government House, the governor said the operation represents a significant breakthrough in the fight against banditry in northern Nigeria, with previously affected communities now witnessing relative peace and stability.

Mohammed attributed the success of the operation to the intervention of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following concerns raised by the state government over rising insecurity. He also commended the Office of the National Security Adviser, military leadership, and other security stakeholders for their coordinated response and commitment.

According to the governor, the joint operation—carried out by the Nigerian Army, Air Force, Police, and intelligence agencies—successfully dismantled key bandit camps and disrupted entrenched criminal networks operating in remote forest locations.

He revealed that security forces uncovered large settlements used by bandits in forested areas such as Dajin Madam and nearby territories. These enclaves, he said, were believed to house between 10,000 and 20,000 fighters, underscoring the scale of the threat prior to the offensive.

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The governor explained that the camps have since been destroyed, while critical logistics and supply routes sustaining the bandits were cut off. The operation, which lasted about two weeks, combined intelligence-led tactics, aerial reconnaissance, and coordinated ground assaults.

He added that several camps were bombarded, hundreds of motorcycles used by the criminals were destroyed, and many fleeing bandits were forced out of their hideouts.

Mohammed further stated that security agencies have implemented follow-up measures to consolidate the gains recorded. These include sustained aerial surveillance, rapid response deployment, and proactive strategies to prevent the regrouping of criminal elements.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and support ongoing operations by providing useful information to security agencies. The governor warned that anyone found aiding bandits through logistics or intelligence would face severe consequences.

The Bauchi governor also emphasised the need for improved community profiling and biometric data collection, noting that better identification systems would help prevent criminal infiltration and strengthen long-term security frameworks.

The Bauchi bandits neutralised operation highlights renewed efforts by both state and federal authorities to combat insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in regions affected by armed groups and rural violence.

Thousands of Bandits Neutralised, Camps Destroyed in Bauchi — Bala Mohammed