POLICE KILL BANDITS, ARREST 17 IN FOUR-DAY KADUNA OPERATIONS

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the killing of multiple suspected bandits and the arrest of 17 individuals during a coordinated four-day security operation in Kaduna State. The raids targeted known criminal hideouts across the state as part of ongoing efforts to curb armed robbery, kidnapping, and banditry.Authorities reported that the operation, conducted between February 13 and 16, 2026, resulted in the recovery of sophisticated firearms, ammunition, and illicit drugs. Police officials emphasized that the crackdown was intelligence-driven and aimed at dismantling organized criminal networks that have terrorized communities in the region.Kaduna State has faced persistent security challenges over the past several years, with banditry and kidnappings significantly affecting residents’ safety. The police have reassured the public that similar operations will continue until law and order are fully restored.Key Details:Operation duration: 4 days (Feb 13–16, 2026)Suspects arrested: 17Criminals killed: Several (exact number not disclosed)Recovered items: Firearms, ammunition, illicit drugsThe Nigeria Police Force continues to urge residents to provide information that could aid further operations and improve overall security in the state.