Sokoto residents celebrate killing of notorious bandits’ kingpin, Kachallah (Buzu)
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Published By: Ayorinde Oluokun
By Habibu Harisu
Residents of Sokoto and environs are celebrating the killing of a notorious bandits’ kingpin, Kachallah Halilu Buzu, by the troops of the Nigerian Army in the ongoing military operation in Zamfara State.
The massive assault launched by the military on the bandits’ hideouts in Zamfara on Thursday has resulted in the killing of numerous bandits, including Kachallah Halilu Buzu.
The killing of the notorious bandits was confirmed by the Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa who assured of more onslaughts against bandits and other criminals across the country.
CDS Musa said troops of the Nigeria Army eliminated a terrorists’ kingpin, infamously known as Halilu Buzu and a good number of his fighters at Mayanchi village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara during his visit to the Governor of the state on Friday.
The notorious bandits’ kingpin, popularly known as Kachallah or Halilu Buzu, a Nigerien by origin, had not only been terrorising Northwest region but he was also a source of arms and ammunition to many bandits’ groups.
Kachalla, who had strong connections in movement of weapons into Nigeria, also served as a mentor to many bandits’ gang leaders such as Bello Turji and the likes.
While reacting to the elimination of the terrorists, some residents of Sokoto hailed the gallant achievement of the Nigerian Army.
They also prayed that the killing of Buzu would open way for elimination and capture of many other gangsters like Bello Turji and others.
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In an exciting mode, Alhaji Aliyu Shugaba-Maiyadi, the Chairman, Coalition of Traders’ Association, commended the efforts and praised the military in their fight against the scourge of banditry in Sokoto and Zamfara and by extension Northwest region.
Shugaba-Maiyadi said the bravery and swift action of the military “is commendable” and expressed gratitude for ending to the reign of terror unleashed by ”Kachallah Halilu Buzu Sububu” and his cohorts.
He described the victory as a testament to the unwavering commitment of the Nigerian Army to protecting the lives and livelihoods of the citizens.
He said, people of Sokoto state through various mediums have indeed expressed gratitude to the Minister of State for Defense, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, Nigerian Army and all other security agencies over their patriotic commitment to end the security challenges in the region.
He assured continued support and prayers for total success in the ongoing assaults against bandits and their hideouts.
”People of Sokoto state and surrounding communities can now breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that the military is steadfast in its resolve to protect them.
”The victory is a morale booster to both troops and the general public. Therefore, we urge them to continue with their relentless efforts in pursuit of those who seek to harm the innocent citizens, ” he pleaded.
Another resident, Alhaji Balarabe Maikano noted that the successful operation served as a testament to the effectiveness of the strategy adopted by the Nigerian Army and its commitment to ridding the region of banditry and terrorism.
(NAN)
