In Kano State, the Joint Task Force (JTF) Gwarzo, led by troops of 3 Brigade Nigerian Army with operational base in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State, has successfully foiled an attempted cattle rustling incident at Mainika village of Gwarzo Local Gocernment Area of Kano State.
In the early hours of 1 March 2026, at about 0657 hours, the JTF troops in response to a distress call swiftly deployed to a suspected bandit route and successfully ambushed and engaged a group of armed bandits at Dayi village, who had earlier rustled cattle from Mainika village.
The bandits on encountering the Joint Task Force JTF troops fled in disarray towards Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, abandoning the rustled animals, which were successfully recovered by the troops.
A statement signed by Major Babatunde Zubairu Assistant Director Army Public Relations , 3 brigade Nigerian Army said the recovered livestock, comprising 135 cows, 119 sheep, 1 goat, and 2 donkeys, totaling 257 livestock have since been handed over to the rightful owners through the local authorities. While the bandits suffered heavy casualties during the engagement.
The JTF troops at Gwarzo comprise of troops of 3 Brigade Nigerian Army, Nigerian Police, Department of State Services, Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps, and the Local Vigilantes.
The Commander 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Ahmad Tukur, has commended the bravery, gallantry and vigilance of the troops, whose morale and fighting spirit remain high.
He also appreciated the continued support of the local community in providing vital information leading to the success of the operation
.As at the time of this Press Statement, situation is under control, while regular surveillance continues to prevent further incidents.
The task force has been mandated to continue intensifying efforts in securing the area to ensure the safety of lives and properties.
