The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a series of operational successes across 10 states.

These include the neutralisation of a suspected bandit, the rescue of seven victims and the arrest of several suspects linked to various crimes.

In Benue State, police and joint tactical forces responded to an armed attack at Abeda Market in Logo Local Government Area. One suspected bandit was neutralised while two others were arrested, with no casualties recorded among the officers.

In Katsina State, operatives foiled an attack by armed men who intercepted a vehicle carrying six female students of the Federal University Dutsin-Ma. The attackers fled after an exchange, and all seven occupants of the vehicle were rescued unhurt. Three other suspects linked to a bandit syndicate were also arrested in a separate operation.

In Anambra State, four suspected members of an outlawed group were arrested during patrols in Okija community. Detectives also arrested three suspects in connection with the death of a 34-year-old man. In other states including Nasarawa, Delta, Cross River, Oyo and Ogun, police made further arrests linked to kidnapping, illegal firearms, suspected murder and other offences.

The Force said the various cases are being investigated by the relevant State Criminal Investigation Departments. The operations covered incidents recorded between September 21 and 22.

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