Operatives from the Zamfara State Police Command successfully repelled an armed bandits' attack on Kuraje village, rescuing 25 abducted residents unhurt. The incident occurred late on November 21, 2025, in Gusau Local Government Area. All victims, including women and children, have been reunited with their families.
On November 21, 2025, at approximately 21:45 hours, a large group of armed bandits attacked Kuraje village in the Damba area of Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State. The assailants, wielding dangerous weapons and firing sporadically, abducted 10 women and 15 of their children, all residents of the community.
Upon receiving a distress call, a joint team from the Damba Division police, the Department of Operations in Gusau, and the state's Community Protection Guards mobilized swiftly to the scene. They pursued the fleeing bandits and engaged them in a coordinated firefight. Thanks to the operatives' professionalism and quick response, all 25 victims were rescued unhurt.
The rescued individuals were relocated to Sabongari Damba for safety and profiling before being reunited with their families. Zamfara State Police spokesman DSP Yazid Abubakar detailed the operation in a statement, emphasizing the coordinated effort that led to the successful outcome.
State Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba commended the bravery and dedication of the officers involved. He reassured the public of the command's ongoing commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Zamfara, where banditry remains a persistent threat to rural communities. The police operation demonstrates efforts to counter such attacks through rapid intervention and collaboration with local guards.