At least nine armed bandits lost their lives when they engaged in a bloody clash following a disagreement over the sharing formula of their loot.
The incident happened in Giwa local government area of Kaduna State.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs in Kaduna State, Samuel Aruwan.
Aruwan in a statement said what led to the fight exactly was unclear, but revolved around sharing of accumulated ransoms during which one of the groups felt cheated.
He said a credible human intelligence network informed the Kaduna State Government of the development, which was further corroborated by security agencies.
“Intelligence sources had reported that a notorious bandit known as ‘Godon Mota’ stormed Garke village last Wednesday with his gang and clashed with a rival bandit group, leading to the killing of nine members.
“Acting Governor Dr Hadiza Balarabe noted the report with thanks and urged security agencies to sustain pressure towards the apprehending of criminal elements in the general area.
“Investigations and security patrols are ongoing,” he said.
