The Nigeria Police Force has reported the neutralisation of two suspected bandits, the rescue of six abducted persons and the arrest of 11 suspects in separate operations across several states.
According to the Force’s operational summary for October 18, 2026, police operatives in Zamfara engaged armed bandits in a gun duel at Fegi Kanawa, neutralising two and rescuing five abducted persons unharmed.
In a separate operation in Maru Local Government Area, one of 11 farmers abducted at Kamfanin Madam Village was rescued, while efforts continue to free the remaining victims.
In Imo State, police arrested two suspected members of a car-snatching syndicate operating in Owerri and other parts of the South-East. Information obtained from the suspects reportedly identified the gang leader, other stolen vehicles and two AK-47 rifles, which operatives are working to recover.
In Ekiti State, four suspects were arrested over the death of a 40-year-old man during a violent altercation at Fayose Market, Ado-Ekiti. Police also restored calm following protests by market stakeholders and reopened the market.
In Ogun State, four suspects were arrested after police intervened in a clash between two local security groups at Owode-Afon, while efforts continue to rescue two abducted security operatives.
In Oyo State, police arrested a suspected armed robber following an incident in Imeko Community, with efforts ongoing to apprehend other gang members and recover stolen property. In Adamawa, officers responding to a violent altercation in Golantabal Village, Song LGA, recovered two machetes and a knife.
Meanwhile, security forces in Kebbi and Nasarawa states launched coordinated patrols and search operations following attacks by suspected terrorists and bandits.
The operations aim to rescue abducted victims, including five persons taken from Dogo Fadama and Barummi villages in Kontagora LGA, and arrest the fleeing attackers.
The Force also reported successful security arrangements for the Senate President’s visit to Akwa Ibom State, with patrols and stop-and-search operations deployed to maintain public safety.
The cases remain under investigation by the relevant State Criminal Investigation Departments (SCIDs).
