Two suspects, Abayo David and David Bori, both from Itedo-Ijowa, Isanlu, Yagba East LGA, of Kogi State, have been arrested for providing logistics and supplying food to bandits terrorising Yagbaland.
The Press Secretary to the Yagba West LGA Chairman, Adeyemi Babarinde, on Wednesday, said the suspects were arrested in the early hours of Wednesday at about 4:00 a.m. during a routine patrol conducted by members of the Local Government Hunters and Vigilantes.
This operation marks a crucial breakthrough in the local authorities’ efforts to combat those who facilitate and support criminal activities within the community.
The timely intervention of the security forces has been hailed as a proactive measure in the fight against banditry and related crimes that have plagued the area.
Babarinde Sunday, stated, ‘This arrest is a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against those aiding and abetting insecurity in our communities..
We remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of our communities and will continue to take decisive action against those who threaten our peace.’
The suspects are currently in custody, and investigations are ongoing to uncover further details about their operations and any potential connections to larger criminal networks.
Residents of Yagba West have been enjoined to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
The statement reads in part: ‘Security operatives in Yagba West have arrested two suspects for allegedly smuggling food supplies and other logistics to armed bandits hiding in the forest.
‘The suspects, Abayo David and David Bori, both from Itedo-Ijowa, Isanlu (Yagba East LGA), were apprehended around 4:00 a.m. on Wednesday during a routine patrol by members of the Yagba West Local Government Hunters and vigilantes.’