Scores of bandits feared killed as govt forces launch attack in Kwara
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
Combined security forces have taken the battle to the criminals’ hideouts around Baba Sango in the Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State, resulting in multiple casualties on the side of the roughnecks.
A statement by Governor AndulRahman AbdulRazaq’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, said: “The multi-agency operation comes a day after the unfortunate incident at Oke Ode on Sunday.
“The Monday night engagement is happening along the Kogi border with Kwara, according to military sources.
“Earlier today, the Nigerian Air Force announced aerial hits on the criminals’ positions in the area, introducing a new layer of efforts to rout the criminals.
“No specific is known yet about any casualties on the side of the government forces.”