Nigerian troops reportedly neutralise notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Kabiru in Kogi
Nigerian security forces have reportedly eliminated Kachalla Kabiru, a prominent bandit kingpin, along with several of his associates, during a military operation in Kogi State.
The operation was conducted by the Office of the National Security Adviser in collaboration with the Department of State Services and the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army. According to sources, the initiative followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance that pinpointed Kabiru’s location at a specific hideout.
SaharaReporters reported that the operation took place on February 13, 2026. An intelligence source described the operation as a coordinated effort involving both air and ground assets, leading to the neutralization of Kabiru and some of his top lieutenants.
Kabiru has been identified by security agencies as one of the earliest and most influential bandit leaders to establish a significant operational presence in Kogi State.
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