Devastating Blow to Bandits in Niger State: DSS and Nigerian Army Joint Operation Kills Over 50 and Rescues Kidnapped Victims

Strategic Insights -

A combined team of the Department of State Services (DSS) and troops of the Nigerian Army has dealt a crushing blow to bandits in Niger state, neutralizing over 50 in battle and rescuing kidnapped victims in Mariga Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The operation, which occurred on August 26, 2025, in Kumbashi village of Mariga LGA, has been hailed as one of the most successful security interventions in recent times. The Speaker of the Niger state House of Assembly, Rt. Honourable Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji, confirmed the development, praising the security agencies for their bravery and superior intelligence.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 50 bandits were killed in battle, and several others fled with gunshot wounds during the operation.
  • The bandits, armed with sophisticated weapons, attempted to invade Kumbashi village but were repelled by security operatives in a fierce gun duel.
  • The operation was a demonstration of superior intelligence, training, and firepower by the security agencies.
  • Eyewitnesses reported that the bandits were seen dismembering corpses of their dead colleagues, loading them in sacks, and hauling them off on motorcycles.
  • Community sources praised the bravery of the security operatives, saying they stood firm when hundreds of bandits surrounded them.
  • Residents of the state are urged to continue supporting security agencies with timely information to sustain the momentum against criminal groups.

Statistics:

  • Over 50 bandits were killed in battle.
  • Several bandits fled with gunshot wounds.
  • The operation was carried out on August 26, 2025.
  • The bandits were armed with sophisticated weapons.
  • Eyewitnesses reported that over 300 bandits attempted to invade Kumbashi village.

Sources:

  • Zagazola Makama: eyewitnesses from Kumbashi told him about the attack.
  • Rt. Honourable Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji: Speaker of the Niger state House of Assembly.
  • Community sources in Kumbashi village.
  • PPRO SP Wasiu Abiodun: Niger state command Police Public Relations Officer.