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The Concerned Citizens of Jibia Local Government Area (CCJ) in Katsina State have lauded the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for the successful operation that led to the elimination of notorious bandit leader Abu Saleh and his group.

In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Muhammad Magayaki, the CCJ attributed the breakthrough to the minister’s proactive leadership and a visit to Sokoto in September that invigorated military operations across the region.

“This remarkable achievement highlights the unwavering dedication of the Nigerian Armed Forces under the directives of Honourable Bello Matawalle,” the statement read. “We commend the courage and resilience of our minister and pray for Almighty God to continue guiding and strengthening him in his mission to eradicate criminal elements.”

The CCJ highlighted the minister’s role in directing intensified security efforts across Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina, Zamfara, and Niger states, emphasizing his clear mandate to neutralize bandit groups before the year ends. According to the group, these efforts have led to the elimination of approximately 80% of notorious bandits in the region.

Magayaki also praised Matawalle’s decision to visit forests and other high-risk areas personally, a move that has inspired frontline troops and improved operational outcomes. “This hands-on approach marks a turning point in the fight against banditry and demonstrates the Minister’s exceptional commitment to restoring peace and security in affected regions,” he said.

The CCJ described the minister’s leadership style as unprecedented and called on the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to maintain their momentum in ongoing operations. The group expressed confidence in Matawalle’s ability to restore lasting peace to the region, citing his resolute stance and direct involvement in security affairs.

The commendation comes amid intensified government efforts to combat banditry, which has plagued northwestern Nigeria for years. These efforts, which include ground and aerial operations, have reportedly weakened bandit networks, creating optimism among affected communities.

The elimination of Abu Saleh, who was accused of leading violent raids and kidnappings, is seen as a significant victory in the campaign against banditry. His death is expected to disrupt the operations of his faction and deter other criminal elements in the region.

The CCJ reaffirmed its for the minister and the Nigerian Armed Forces, urging them to sustain the current momentum and ensure that peace is fully restored in Katsina State and other affected areas.

As the year draws to a close, the group expressed hope that the minister’s vision of a bandit-free northwest will soon become a reality, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/11/katsina-group-hails-matawalle-for-eliminating-bandit-leader-abu-saleh/

After God, na Tinubu 💪

God bless Nigeria.

tinubu is greater than ojukwu and Azikiwe combined

Propaganda...they know how eliminate everything concerning bandits but b is money is coming at the other end, it is now a business transaction group of companies.

The government claim to eliminate terrorist leaders on steady basis but terrorism is on the rise.

Who is deceiving who?

see them up there.....mtchwww

What about Bello Turji?

A serious government can curb insecurity by turning Sambisa forest into cattle grazing reserve. All the cows in Nigeria will be there enjoying grasses, and there will be peace. Bandits will no longer have forests to hide.

Audio elimination as usual
Show us the picture of the eliminated bandit leader or

Kudos for killing one of the symptoms of the problem

But the root cause has to be examined

There is chronic illiteracy, economic under development, poor investment in human resource and so on

Until these issues are tackled , it's a matter of time before another group would rise to take up the place of the one eliminated

Okooo

Kill them more!

We do not need the deaths of innocents! Let the evil doers die in pieces!

Abeg keep killing the terrorists and bandits!

Show us proof

Good news

fuckJones:
tinubu is greater than ojukwu and Azikiwe combined

neither Ojukwu nor Azikiwe committed suicide like awolowo by taking rat poison

Good

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That is y dey collect salary why hail dem

😂😂😂😂😂😊

It was necessary but hailing him is where I lost it, you're elected to do your job, do the damn thing and get going but then, this is Nigeria, the bar is like digging for hydrocarbons, it sink to the lowest of ground.

There's no such thing as social contract in Nigeria.

is Mentalwale isn't their LEADER in DISGUISE ?

Good

Galaticos444:
neither Ojukwu nor Azikiwe committed suicide like awolowo by taking rat poison

None of those men committed sucide with rat poisons like your father

On the rise and you are still here typing?hand for don touch you nah.

ignis:
The government claim to eliminate terrorist leaders on steady basis but terrorism is on the rise.

Who is deceiving who?

Banditry and terrorism is oil business in the north, nothing concern me

fuckJones:
tinubu is greater than ojukwu and Azikiwe combined

Tafawa Balewa is the GREATEST!!!!!!

They should help us eliminate hellanus first. That bandit in disguise called hellanus is a wahala to normal people.

One cockroach killed, even though another cockroach will replace him the state rejoice.
If it is in the east and some unknown Gunmen gets killed, one group which we know are fond of calling the governor and the Nigerian army murderers for that. Not until Nnamdi Kanu was arrested that they begin to softpedal.

fuckJones:
tinubu is greater than ojukwu and Azikiwe combined

Is it in certificate forgery and or drug lordship?
If the answer to the above is yes then
You are right Tinubu is greater than them

PressMyButton:
After God, na Tinubu 💪

God bless Nigeria.

Before Tinubu Na Wike

fuckJones:
tinubu is greater than ojukwu and Azikiwe combined

Enemy of progress. With your knowledge you should know that is hate speech.

Checkwell:
What about Bello Turji?

A serious government can curb insecurity by turning Sambisa forest into cattle grazing reserve. All the cows in Nigeria will be there enjoying grasses, and there will be peace. Bandits will no longer have forests to hide.

Muslim Muslim in power and you want them to kill their brothers that is doing Muhammad work? How

Let the game begin!!

Things like this opens ones eyes to dire matters of urgency cause
it is only in Nigeria you will see a lady preparing for marriage and she only has #5k or less in her

With mind blowing Mileage 😋