Troops Eliminate Notorious Bandit Leader in North-West Nigeria
The troops of Operation Whirl Punch have achieved a major victory by killing 36 bandits, including Buhari Alhaji Halidu, notoriously known as “Buharin Yadi,” one of the deadliest bandit leaders terrorising the North for years. This operation has brought relief to residents of Kaduna-Katsina border communities who have lived in fear due to the activities of these criminals.
The Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, disclosed that the bandit leader was also connected to other deadly terrorist groups in the North-East and North-West. The successful mission was carried out by Sector 6 Operation Whirl Punch, led by the General Officer Commanding of One Division Nigerian Army, Maj. Gen. M.L.D. Saraso.
This significant achievement marks the end of a long manhunt for Buharin Yadi, who was known for cattle rustling, arms trading, and drug trafficking, as well as orchestrating the pillaging of communities and the slaughter and kidnapping of thousands of citizens in the region.
Overall, this operation signals a major win for the security forces and the local communities, proving the effectiveness and bravery of our troops in combating crime and ensuring the safety of citizens in the region.