RismadarVoice Reporters,February 7, 2026
The Kebbi State Police Command, in collaboration with the military and other security agencies, have foiled a cattle-rustling attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits in Bunza Local Government Area of the state, neutralising one suspect during a gun battle.
The incident occurred when the bandits reportedly stormed Tungan Babu Lada village, where they shot and killed a 35-year-old man, Usman Ferungu, before making away with rustled cattle.
Their escape was cut short following the swift response of a joint security team.
In a statement issued on Saturday, signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, the command said operatives, led by the Divisional Police Officer of Kangiwa Division, immediately pursued the fleeing suspects.
“The team intercepted the suspects at Garin Mayo Mine, where a gun battle ensued. One of the suspected bandits was neutralized, while four motorcycles believed to have been used by the criminals were recovered,” the statement said.
Police authorities said the successful operation disrupted the activities of the criminal gang, prevented further attacks, and averted additional loss of lives in the area.
The Kebbi State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property, noting that aggressive patrols and intelligence-driven operations would continue across the state in line with the proactive policing strategy of the Commissioner of Police, CP Umar Mohammed Hadeija.
