Some soldiers have been confirmed dead in a fierce firefight with notorious bandits in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. “Following days of intensive surveillance, ground troops supported by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) intercepted the bandits on January 31, 2026,” the statement read. The camp was set ablaze before the troops withdrew.”Osoba added that the NAF is conducting interdiction missions to intercept fleeing bandits, while ground troops maintain dominance over the area. He added that the army honours the sacrifice of the fallen soldiers and remains determined in its mission. “Combat efficiency remains high as troops continue to dismantle bandit networks and disrupt their supply chains across the region,” Osoba said.

Source: Punch February 01, 2026 17:57 UTC