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Nigerian troops kill suspected bandit kingpin in Katsina raid

Nigerian troops reportedly killed bandit leader Hamisu “Mamiyo” during a raid in Katsina, while the group’s boss escaped wounded.

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The operation reflects continuing armed-bandit violence and military counteroperations in northern Nigeria.

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  1. Troops Kill Notorious Bandit Kingpin Hamisu 'Mamiyo' in Katsina Raid as Boss Escapes Wounded ↗tell.ng · Recorded source date: Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
  2. Troops Kill 2 Terrorist Commanders In Katsina, Leader Escapes Wounded ↗leadership.ng · Recorded source date: Aug 31, 2026, 10:47 PM UTC
  3. Troops kill 2 terrorist commanders in Katsina ↗dailytrust.com · Recorded source date: Sep 1, 2026, 8:17 AM UTC

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