Yobe Village Head Arrested for Alleged Banditry Activities

Lawan Ganga, the Village Head of Azere community in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, was arrested by police detectives from the Force Headquarters on September 18, 2026. He is accused of coordinating a criminal gang involved in banditry and kidnapping in Gujba and Gulani local government areas.

Residents of Zango community in Gulani LGA expressed relief at his arrest, citing repeated attacks, killings, and abductions attributed to the gang. Community leader Yakubu Buka Ibrahim reported that over 200 indigenes had been killed or injured due to these attacks, which have displaced families and destroyed property.

Ibrahim detailed specific incidents, including the killing of an elderly farmer on July 16, 2024, and a series of violent attacks leading to deaths and abductions. He also mentioned a raid on a dispensary and a primary school in Dokshi village.

The community hopes Ganga's arrest will lead to a thorough investigation and justice for the victims.