Bello Turji in disarray as CDS Confirms Killing Of Notorious Terrorist Kingpins In Zamfara

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa on Friday, confirmed the killings on Thursday night of two notorious terrorist kingpins, Kachalla Gwammade and Kachalla Shehu in Zamfara State.

General Musa said the successful operation has left wanted terrorist leader Bello Turji in disarray, desperately seeking escape routes as pressure mounts.

Musa stated this at the closing ceremony of the CDS Joint Task Force Commanders Conference with the theme: “Enhancing Jointness Across all Theatres of Operation” on Friday, in Abuja.

The Defence Chief added that troops of Operation Fansan Yanma under the ongoing Operation “Show No Mercy” on 6 February 2025 eliminated the two notorious bandit leaders, Kachalla Gwammade and Kachalla Shehu, along with four of their fighters in Ruwan Dawa village, Maru local government area of Zamfara State.

He said intelligence sources had revealed that the operation was carried out by troops stationed at Hannu Tara camp, located along the Magami–Dan Sadau Highway, in collaboration with local vigilantes.

General Musa noted that the troops engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, neutralising six armed criminals and recovering three motorcycles and several firearms.

Kachalla Gwammade, a key terror commander, operated from a base in Chabi Village, northeast of Maru local government area of the state.

The deceased terrorist was also relative to the late Kachalla Sani Black, a notorious warlord recently eliminated in ongoing military operations.

Speaking at the on the conference, General Musa noted that the past three days were filled with engaging discussions, insightful presentations, amiable perspectives and invaluable knowledge.

“There is no doubt that this event has enabled us to reflect on our collective efforts and the attendant challenges faced in addressing the security situation in our country.

JUST IN; Three Police officers dismissed by CP for discreditable conduct

Abia State Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa has dismissed three officers for discreditable conduct, to wit conspiracy, abduction, and extortion of their victims.

As a result, the Abia State Police Command notified the public that Sergeant Jonas Nnamdi (Force No. 501356), attached to Area Command, Aba; Corporal James Daniel (Force No. 511844), attached to the Department of Operations, Umuahia; and Corporal Ifeanyi Emeka (Force No. 511853), attached to Eziama Division, have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force effective from Friday, February 7, 2025, and have been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department for prosecution along with the civilian accomplices.

According to the statement signed by Public Police Relations Officer DSP Maureen Chinaka, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, the action followed the administrative disciplinary measures taken by the command.

The statement read: “It will be recalled that on 29/01/2025, the aforementioned officers and two other civilians were apprehended by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Abayi after they were found armed with an electric baton, assault rifle, and a Beretta pistol, respectively, conspired and hired a minibus, abducted some civilians along Port Harcourt Expressway, threatened and extorted them and thereafter demanded extra money from their families for their release.

“An investigation/orderly room trial was initiated by the Command and the investigation confirmed their involvement in the unprofessional conduct which is prejudicial to discipline and unbecoming of officers of the Nigeria Police Force, leading to their dismissal. Their official accoutrements have been retrieved by the command’s provost and they ceased to be members of the force.”

Federal Govt clears air over alleged scrapping of JSS, SSS education system

The Ministry of Education issued a clarification on Friday regarding recent reports about a new 12-year basic education system, stating that the proposal was simply a suggestion by Minister of Education Tunji Alausa and not an immediate policy change.

Several media outlets had circulated claims that the new policy, which would eliminate the Junior and Senior Secondary School structure, was already in effect. However, the ministry swiftly dismissed these reports, emphasizing that no such changes had been implemented.

In a statement released by the Director of Press at the Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, the ministry reassured the public that the National Council on Education would thoroughly review the proposal before any final decisions were made.

“At the Extraordinary National Council on Education Meeting held on 6 February 2025 in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, presented a proposal for discussion — not an immediate policy change. The proposal seeks to transition to 12 years of compulsory education while retaining the current 6-3-3 structure.

“A key aspect of this proposal is to eliminate the examination barrier between JSS and SSS, allowing students to progress seamlessly without external assessments at that stage. However, this remains subject to further consultation and deliberation.

“To ensure a well-informed decision, the ministry will undertake extensive stakeholder engagements over the next eight months, consulting education policymakers, state governments, teachers, parents, and other key players. The final decision on whether to adopt this reform will be made at the National Council on Education meeting in October 2025.

“The ministry urges the public to disregard false claims that JSS and SSS have been scrapped. The Federal Government remains committed to policies that enhance access to quality education while aligning with global best practices.”