- Tambaya Gang Members Killed in Kwara Raid
- ₦11 Million Recovered
- Security agencies have made substantial progress in curbing the violence
Security operations currently underway in Kwara State have resulted in the arrest of more than 15 suspected bandits connected to recent attacks in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that several other suspects were killed during shootouts with security personnel.
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A senior government official, speaking anonymously, revealed that the joint effort involving local vigilante groups and national security agencies has made substantial progress in curbing the violence.
“Among those arrested is a notorious outlaw known as Tambaya, identified as the mastermind of the recent attack on security personnel and vigilantes in Gada, Lafiagi. Tambaya and eight others were apprehended in a single operation,” the source disclosed.
The official further revealed that several members of Tambaya’s gang were killed during the operation, and two kidnapped victims were successfully rescued.
Additionally, the sum of ₦11 million, suspected to be proceeds from criminal activities, was recovered at the scene.
According to the source, the renewed security offensive is part of a comprehensive strategy launched by the Kwara State Government in partnership with the Office of the National Security Adviser, various security agencies, and local vigilante groups.
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