19 Bandits Killed in Kano Gun Battle; Soldiers and Vigilante Feared Dead

In Kano State, Nigeria, Operation MESA, a joint task force, successfully neutralized 19 bandits in a fierce gun battle in Shanono Local Government Area. Two soldiers and one vigilante are feared dead in the operation.

The troops, led by personnel from the 3 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, contained the bandit incursion, protecting vulnerable communities. Captain Babatunde Zubairu confirmed the casualties and emphasized the ongoing clearance operation to prevent further attacks.

Brigadier General Ahm Tukur assured residents of the military's commitment to maintaining peace and stability in Kano State. Abdullahi Yusuf, a seasoned journalist, reported the incident.