Jubilation as Security Operatives Kill Lakurawa Kingpin in Kebbi
- Security operatives and residents rejoiced following the killing of notorious Lakurawa kingpin Maigemu in Kebbi state
- The terrorist was killed during a gun battle with security operatives in Kuncin Baba in the Arewa local government area
- The state’s Director of Security, Cabinet Office in Birnin Kebbi, Abdulrahman Usman Zagga, shared more details about the security exploit
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Kuncin Baba, Kebbi state - A notorious kingpin of the Lakurawa terrorist group, Maigemu, has been killed at Kuncin Baba in the Arewa local government area of Kebbi state.
Maigemu was killed by a combined team of security operatives, including vigilantes on Thursday, March 6, 2025.
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The state’s Director of Security, Cabinet Office in Birnin Kebbi, AbdulRahman Usman Zagga, said Maigemu was killed after a fierce gun battle with security operatives.
According to Daily Trust, Zagga made this known while speaking with newsmen on Friday, March 7, 2025.
“Today (Friday), the Governor’s proactive approach has yielded results with the killing of the Lakurawa kingpin. His corpse is available as evidence.”
The security director said the Lakurawa kingpin was gunned down a week after Governor Nasir Idris visited Bagiza and Rausa Kade communities.
The terrorist group had killed six people in the two communities.
He hailed Governor Idris for his commitment to security and the continuous logistical support to security personnel, especially those on special operations.
Zagga charged Kebbi state residents to cooperate with security agencies.
He urged them to share intelligence and report suspicious activities in their areas to ensure lasting peace in the state.
Legit.ng also reported that several terrorists were killed in Alawa Forest in Shiroro local government area of Niger state.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) bombarded the hideout of the terrorists to secure power infrastructure and restore power in Kaduna and other North Western states.
The NAF’s spokesman, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, said the terrorists were killed and their logistics with precise firepower.
Key facts to know about Lakurawa group
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the Nigerian Defense Headquarters recently identified Lakurawa as a terrorist group affiliated with jihadist elements in the Sahel, operating with a dangerous new presence in the northwestern states of Nigeria.
Although initially perceived as seasonal herders, the group's true nature has now been exposed.
Legit.ng has put together breakdown of Lakurawa's evolution, activities, and impact on local communities.
Nigeria declares deadly Lakurawa sect terrorist group
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja declared the Lakurawa sect and similar groups terrorist organizations, citing their involvement in violent crimes.
The ruling, issued by Justice James Omotosho, prohibits the group’s activities nationwide, particularly in the North West and North Central regions.
The Attorney-General of the Federation led the motion, highlighting the Lakurawa sect’s role in kidnapping, cattle rustling, and attacks on communities.
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