The Nigerian Army’s 8 Division in Sokoto has neutralized a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Kallamu, in Sabon Birnin Local Government Area.
Kallamu, a close associate of infamous bandit leader Bello Turji, was killed Monday in a joint operation with local vigilantes near Kurawa village.
He was known for terrorizing communities, and had recently returned after fleeing a June 2025 military operation, reportedly seeking refuge in Kogi State.
The operation, part of “Operation Fansan Yamma,” also took out one of Turji’s key logistics suppliers.
Meanwhile, 8 AK-47 rifles and ammunition were recovered, with no army casualties. Residents and the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmad Aliyu on Security Matters, retired Col.
Ahmad Usman, praised the effort, highlighting the importance of local intelligence support.