Bandit kingpin Tambaya, 14 others terrorising Kwara communities arrested

The ongoing offensive against criminal elements in Kwara State has led to the apprehension of fifteen outlaws involved in recent security breaches in the Edu and Patigi local government areas.

A government official shared with LEADERSHIP, “Among those arrested is a top bandit kingpin named Tambaya, who was the major mastermind of the recent attack on security forces and vigilante in Gada, Lafiagi.” The official noted that Tambaya, along with eight others, was captured during a confrontation with security forces, which also resulted in the elimination of several of his gang members.

“During the operation, we rescued two victims of their criminality and recovered N11 million, which is apparently proceeds of crime,” the source added.

This crackdown was initiated at the request of the Kwara State government, in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser, state security commanders, and local vigilantes.

Source: LEADERSHIP