In a significant security breakthrough, a combined force of police and military personnel has successfully neutralized several bandits during a raid on forests in Kogi State.
Successful Operation Flushes Out Criminal Elements
The operation, which was a coordinated effort between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Army, targeted known bandit hideouts within the state's forested areas. According to an official statement, the raid produced fruitful results, leading to the dislodgement of criminal networks and the neutralization of scores of bandits.
The spokesperson for the Kogi State Police Command, CSP William Ovye Aya, confirmed the development. He detailed that the forces effectively flushed out the bandits from their forest enclaves, severely disrupting their operations.
Public Vigilance and Cooperation Crucial
In the aftermath of the operation, CSP Aya made a direct appeal to residents across Kogi State. He urged the public to remain extremely vigilant and watch for individuals displaying specific signs of involvement in the clash.
The police specifically asked citizens to report anyone seen with unexplained bullet wounds, injuries, or those acting in a suspicious manner to the nearest police station immediately.
Emphasizing that security is a shared responsibility, the police image-maker called for continued public support. He encouraged residents to provide credible information about any criminal elements observed within their neighborhoods to aid the ongoing security operations.
"Together we can make Nigeria better," Aya stated, reinforcing the need for community partnership in the fight against crime.
How to Report Security Information
The Kogi State Police Command has provided dedicated contact lines for the public to relay vital information. Residents are encouraged to call the following Control Room Numbers:
- 07038329084
- 08152195982
The successful joint operation underscores the intensified efforts by security agencies to combat banditry and restore peace in the region. The police statement was released on December 1, 2026.
