Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle says the Nigerian military has wiped out the majority of bandit leaders and their fighters, leaving behind only “scattered remnants” still operating in the North-West.
Matawalle disclosed this during a visit to the Theatre Command Headquarters after Juma’at prayers, conveying President Bola Tinubu’s directive to troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA to finish off the remaining elements.
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His remarks came hours after the Kebbi State Police Command confirmed that 25 students were abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu LGA. One staff member was killed and another injured during the attack, which occurred around 4am as armed bandits engaged police officers in a fierce gun battle.
In a statement issued by his Director of Information, Ibrahim Sule, the minister relayed President Tinubu’s appreciation for the troops’ courage, noting that their efforts had “decimated bandit formations across the Northwest.”
“Most key leaders and their foot soldiers have been neutralised through your gallantry,” Matawalle told the troops. “What remains are scattered elements, and the President has directed that they must be eliminated completely. He assures you of full support — logistics, equipment, welfare — to finish the job.”
The Theatre Commander, Major-General Warrah Bello Idris, briefed the minister on recent successes, including the neutralisation of high-value targets and the recovery of previously threatened communities.
Matawalle praised the soldiers’ resilience, describing their sacrifices as the backbone of the gradual return of peace to Zamfara and neighbouring states. He urged them to maintain discipline and vigilance, saying total victory was now within reach.
