As a proactive measure to guarantee conducive environment for 2023 general elections the 1 Division of the Nigerian Army have launched severe attacks on bandits and other criminal elements in Kaduna State, killing five bandits in the process.

According to a statement issued by the Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Division Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, he said in the very aggressive fighting patrol that lasted for over 48 hours, the troops successfully cleared Mando – Sabon Birni – Maidaro – Dogon Dawa, Galadimawa, Saulawa, Farin Ruwa and Polewire villages respectively.

“During the patrol, troops neutralised 5 bandits and recovered 10 motorcycles from the bandits while several other motorcycles were burnt/destroyed. Other items recovered by the troops include 2 AK 47 rifles, 5 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 2 mobile phones, bandits’ uniforms and magazines,” he stated.