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Hunters eliminate two bandits, recover N10m ransom in Kano forest

Two suspected bandits have been killed by hunters, who also recovered N10 million in ransom money in Falgore Forest, Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State. The suspects were reportedly ambushed while returning to their hideout, while a third member of the group escaped with injuries. The incident was disclosed by Bakatsine, a conflict reporter […] Hunters eliminate two bandits, recover N10m…

Hunters eliminate two bandits, recover N10m ransom in Kano forest

Suspected bandits were killed by hunters in Falgore Forest, Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State. Additionally, the hunters recovered N10 million in ransom money. One of the suspects managed to escape with injuries after being ambushed while returning to their hideout. The incident was reported by Bakatsine, a conflict reporter from northwest Nigeria.

The recovered ransom was reportedly paid to secure the release of Kabiru Aliyu, a 45-year-old man who was abducted on September 11, 2026, but was later released unharmed. In response to the incident, the Kano State Police Command has ordered a search of Falgore Forest and surrounding areas to locate the fleeing suspect and recover the weapons used in the operation.

This event occurs amidst escalating security concerns over banditry and kidnapping in northern Nigeria. Hunters successfully eliminate two bandits and recover N10 million in ransom money in Kano forest.

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