A notorious bandit leader identified as Kachalla Bello has reportedly been killed during a gun battle between rival bandit groups in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The incident was said to have occurred on Monday evening in a forest within the area.
Security analyst and crisis journalist, Bakastine, disclosed the reported killing in a statement.
According to him, Bello was known for abducting residents from their farmlands and forcing them to work on his farm before eventually allowing them to leave.
Bakastine added that the bandit leader’s activities had caused hardship and fear among residents of affected communities.
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However, the circumstances surrounding his reported death have not been independently confirmed.
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