Police arrests kidnapper, female gunrunner in ZamfaraZamfara State witnessed a major breakthrough in its battle against banditry as notorious kingpin Kachalla Yellow Danbokolo was confirmed d3ad over the weekend.
His passing followed a violent encounter with the Shinkafi Volunteer Forces, marking one of the biggest victories for local resistance groups in the troubled Northwest.
Danbokolo, long feared by residents across the region, reportedly sustained serious gun injuries during a surprise raid by the volunteer fighters.
He was later confirmed d3ad and buried on Saturday.
According to Thisday Newspaper, Danbokolo’s d3ath has been widely celebrated across Zamfara State, especially in Kurya District, where he was known to terrorize farmers and demand illegal levies during planting seasons.
“We are in serious celebrations mood. It is hard to believe that Danbokolo, a man whose name used to strike fear in our hearts, is no more,” a local resident told reporters.
“I can authoritatively tell you that Danbokolo is the man behind the mask. He is the overall Commander. Turji merely communicates, while dreaded Danbokolo is the executioner of all the evil,” he added.
Security sources confirmed that the volunteer force’s offensive led to the d3ath of over 173 armed fighters loyal to Danbokolo.
Many others were seen fleeing their hideouts as the raids intensified.
Meanwhile, while the Department of State Services (DSS) has remained silent on its involvement, security insiders hinted that the operations may have had covert support.
However, these claims remain unconfirmed.
“Not only Danbokolo was killed, at least 173 bandits loyal to him have been killed and buried within the week,” another source confirmed.
“We see them running away after every raid on their hideouts,” the source added.
Moreover, the effect of the recent raid has extended to the camp of fellow bandit leader Bello Turji, as many of his followers are said to be in panic.
Some of them are reportedly pleading for amnesty in fear of more attacks.
“This is the first time we believe that these bandits will soon be gone for good. Bello Turji has no hiding place.
Knowing that his days are numbered, he and some of his foot soldiers have begun to desperately beg for amnesty,” a resident shared.
These strikes mark the first major assault on Turji’s stronghold since organized banditry began to rise in the region.
The coordinated effort by the Shinkafi Volunteer Forces has brought renewed hope to communities who have long lived in fear.
