Tinubu Applauds Troops For Killing Bandit Leader In Kogi, Rescuing Late Ex-DDI’s Widow In Katsina

Leadership | 17-06-2026 01:45am |

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his appreciation for the Nigerian Armed Forces and security agencies following a successful operation in Kogi State that resulted in the death of notorious bandit leader Ibrahim Bastuji. The operation, which also led to the rescue of the widow of a former Deputy Director of Intelligence, was highlighted as a crucial step in combating the criminal networks that have been terrorizing the region. In a statement released by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President underscored the importance of such operations in enhancing national security and restoring peace to affected communities.

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