Two suspected bandits have been reportedly killed during an attempt to test Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) at a bandit camp in Zamfara State.
The camp was said to be located in Barikin Daji Village and Dan Bagudu Hills both in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of the state by the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji.
The explosion was said to have resulted from an IED mishap during a high-risk testing exercise conducted by the bandits, under the supervision of a key lieutenant of Turji, identified as Dogo Auta.
A counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this on Friday in a statement posted on his X handle.
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“According to credible intelligence reports, the extremist group had recently received a consignment of weapons, ammunition, and IED-making materials transported via camels to the camp. The materials were reportedly intended to facilitate increased attacks in the area as directed by Turji.
“The explosion caused panic among residents of nearby communities, including Garin Gwale Village, forcing many to flee their homes out of fear of further attacks.
“Sources indicate that extremist groups in the North West are increasingly adopting IEDs to target military bases, patrol teams and civilian areas,” the post said.
