The President described the operation as a significant blow to criminal networks terrorising communities in Kogi and neighbouring states.
June 16, 2026
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By Johnbosco Agbakwuru
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies involved in the successful operation in Kogi State that led to the elimination of notorious bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji.
The President described the operation as a significant blow to criminal networks terrorising communities in Kogi and neighbouring states.
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