Joint security forces have eliminated a notorious bandit kingpin Baleri Fakai, along with 30 of his associates, during a coordinated operation in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
According to security intelligence outfit, Eons Intelligence, Fakai, a key leader and close ally of the infamous bandit Bello Turji, had been involved in numerous violent activities across the region.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts by security forces to combat banditry and restore peace in the troubled northwestern state.
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday hailed the success of the ongoing military operations against banditry in the Northwest.
He praised the military for their efforts which have claimed the lives of many terrorists including notorious gang leaders, Halilu Sububu and Sani Wala Burki, within 48 hours.
