Tinubu lauds troops for neutralising bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji

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.
He noted that Bastuji’s reign of violence, kidnapping and attacks on civilians had caused untold hardship for residents, and his neutralisation will restore confidence and give respite for residents of the area.
A statement by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, quoted Tinubu as saying: “I congratulate our...