Tag: Bello Turji

Troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA eliminate Terror Kingpin Yellow Danbokkolo …as military intensifies manhunt for Bello Turji

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Operation FASAN YAMA, in a coordinated intelligence-led operation conducted last week, have neutralized a notorious terrorist kingpin, Yellow Danbokkolo. The operation, carried out in conjunction with Hybrid Forces, the Air Component, and other security agencies, targeted criminal elements terrorizing parts of Eastern Sokoto and beyond.   During the encounter, Danbokkolo sustained multiple gunshot wounds and eventually succumbed to his injuries on Monday, July 1, 2025.   The development was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, who confirmed that…

Troops Intercept Arms Cache in Zamfara, Intensify Search for Fugitive Terrorist Turji

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of 1 Brigade under the Joint Task Force Operation Fasan Yamma, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), have intercepted a large cache of arms in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Zamfara State.   The operation, conducted on January 27, 2025, was based on credible intelligence about suspected arms dealers linked to networks in the Niger Republic. Acting swiftly, the troops launched a covert mission to intercept the suspects along the Kaura Namoda-Zurmi road.   During the operation, the suspects attempted to escape by diverting…

Military Forces Dislodge Bello Turji’s Camp in Zamfara, Kill Son, others in Decisive Offensive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a major breakthrough, combined ground and air troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have intensified their offensive against notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, dismantling his stronghold in Fakai, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The latest military operation resulted in the death of Turji’s son and several key associates, marking a significant blow to his criminal network.   The operation, described as one of the most strategic in recent times, targeted multiple bandit camps, including Zangon Dan Gwandi, Zangon Tsaika, Zangon Kagara, and a school used by Turji’s group…

The Rise and Fall of Halilu Sububu: Bandit kingpin from Niger Republic who terrorized Northern Nigeria

Emporium Reporters

Halilu Sububu, a notorious bandit kingpin, met his end in a decisive military operation on September 12, 2024, marking a significant victory in Nigeria’s ongoing fight against terrorism.   Known for his vast criminal empire and links to other notorious figures such as Bello Turji, Halilu was a name that struck fear into the hearts of communities across northern Nigeria.   His death, however, may signal a turning point in the battle against banditry and insurgency in the region.   The reign of a ruthless kingpin Halilu Sububu wasn’t just…

Nigerian military declares Bello Turji, 18 other terror suspects wanted

Emporium Reporters

The Nigerian military has declared 19 suspected terrorists wanted and placed a N5 million bounty on each of them.   The details of the 19 terrorists are contained in a poster released by the Director of Defence Information at the Defence Headquarters, Jimmy Akpor.   The information on the poster revealed that the N5 million cash reward is for anyone who could provide information that could lead to the arrest of any of the wanted terrorists.   The wanted persons are notorious bandits/terrorists that have been terrorising Katsina, Sokoto and…