Banditry: Katsina hails military, Borno donates motorcycles

Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko  Radda, has lauded the Nigerian Air Force for a successful air strike operation that decisively targeted a known bandit enclave in Ruwan Godiya district, Faskari Local Government Area of the state.

The PUNCH learnt that the exercise was carried out on Thursday morning at Farautar Mujiya,  significantly degrading criminal elements.

Governor Radda, who spoke through the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mua’zu, on Thursday in Katsina, said NAF demonstrated its unwavering commitment to protecting civilians and safeguarding lives and property in the region.

“The strike underscores the Nigerian Air Force’s professional approach to combating security threats. We commend the Nigerian Air Force for their exceptional performance and strategic intervention.

“This operation represents a critical step in restoring peace and security to our communities. The state government urged residents to remain vigilant and supportive to the ongoing security efforts, reaffirming its commitment to collaborating with military and security agencies in maintaining regional stability,” the commissioner said.

Meanwhile, the Borno Government has donated 18 patrol motorcycles to troops of the 25 Brigade of Nigeria Army in Damboa Local Government Area  to boost their operations.

Presenting the motorcycles at a ceremony in Maiduguri, the Borno Commissioner of Information and Internal Security, Prof. Usman Tar, said the gesture was to enhance the mobility and combat effectiveness of the military unit engaged in counterinsurgency operations under Operation Hadin Kai.

Tar, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Alhaji Modu Mustapha, said the state government had a longstanding history of supporting military operations in the state.

He said previous donations to the military included Hilux vehicles, surveillance equipment, fuel, and heavy machinery such as excavators and bulldozers.

Receiving the motorcycles on behalf of the military, the Commander of the 25 Brigade, Brig. Gen. Rasheed Omolori expressed gratitude to Governor Babagana Zulum and the people of Borno for their unwavering support for the military.

“These motorcycles will significantly enhance our ability to confront adversaries with greater speed and efficiency.

“On behalf of the Theatre Commander, Maj. Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, I acknowledge receipt and assure the government and people of Borno that they will be deployed effectively in combat and sentry operations,” Omolori said.