Nigeria, March 20 -- In response to the directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, for all state commands to take action against crime, police forces across the country have intensified efforts to tackle violent crimes such as robbery, kidnapping, and banditry.

The Benue State Police Command, through its Operation Zenda Joint Taskforce, has been conducting raids to curb criminal activities and enhance public safety.

On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, around 2 AM, operatives of the task force were ambushed by armed bandits while heading to a criminal hideout in Agwabi, Tombo Ward, Buruku Local Government Area.

A fierce gunfight broke out, but the police responded with superior firepower, overpowering the cri...