The State Government has confirmed the killing of a notorious bandit leader, Batijo and more than 15 to 20 bodies of the terrorists have been found in the forest during a recent security operation carried out by security agencies in the state.
The State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi, also disclosed that body of the notorious terrorist Ibrahim Battijo was also discovered.
He made this known during an interview on Channels Television monitored in Lokoja, describing the operation as a significant breakthrough in the ongoing fight against terrorism and criminality in Kogi State.
According to the commissioner, the operation led to the neutralisation of Batijo and several members of his gang who were involved in attacks within the state.
He added that security personnel have continued to recover the bodies of the suspected terrorists following the confrontation.
“We were able to neutralize Batijo and a good number of terrorists who carried out that operation. As I speak, more than 15 to 20 bodies of the terrorists have been found,” Femi stated.
The commissioner noted that the successful operation reflects the commitment of the Kogi State Government and security agencies to tackling insecurity and protecting lives and property across the state.
The development comes amid intensified security operations targeting criminal hideouts and networks in various parts of Kogi.
Authorities have maintained that collaboration between conventional security agencies, intelligence operatives, and local vigilante groups remains crucial in efforts to curb terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping activities in the state.
Residents have been urged to continue supporting security agencies with credible information that could aid ongoing operations against criminal elements.
