Security sources said communications intercepted by the State Security Service revealed that Maidawa, who had been terrorising communities in the state, and his associates were neutralised during sting operations conducted along the Kwara-Kogi State border over the weekend.
Notorious kidnapper Maidawa and several of his accomplices were killed during a fierce clash with security forces in Isanlu, Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State.
Security sources said communications intercepted by the State Security Service revealed that Maidawa, who had been terrorising communities in the state, and his associates were neutralised during sting operations conducted along the Kwara-Kogi State border over the weekend.
According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the news of Maidawa’s d3ath was reportedly conveyed to other gang members by another wanted kidnapper, Baccujo, while on Igboro-Idofin Road and speaking with associates in Marabar Maigora, Sabuwa LGA, Katsina State.
Authorities noted that the operations were intensified following fresh directives from the state government to curb kidnappings, which have been targeting civilians across the region.
The security forces have pledged to continue phased operations covering Ekiti, Ifelodun, Isin, Edu, and Patigi LGAs to dismantle criminal networks and prevent further abductions.
