Maikwanugga, Zamfara State – In a major breakthrough in the fight against banditry, two of Zamfara’s most feared bandit leaders, Jijji Ɗan Auta and Sagili, were killed today by local vigilantes during a daring operation in Maikwanugga, a community in Mafara Local Government Area.
The infamous duo, long linked to multiple attacks, kidnappings, and extortion across the region, met their end after fierce resistance from community-backed fighters determined to reclaim peace in their homeland.
Residents of Maikwanugga described the operation as swift and decisive, with sources confirming that the vigilantes acted on credible intelligence. The successful raid has sent shockwaves through criminal networks and sparked celebrations across Mafara.
Security operatives are expected to intensify mop-up operations in surrounding areas to prevent retaliatory attacks, while authorities commend the bravery of the vigilantes.