Top Turji commander Danbokolo killed in joint DSS, HYBRID operation

Nigeria’s security forces have scored a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West with the elimination of Kachalla Yellow Danbokolo, a notorious field commander under the Turji-led terror network, during a decisive joint operation by the Department of State Services (DSS) and HYBRID Forces.

The operation, conducted on June 23 in the Chida general area of Fakai District, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, also saw the neutralisation of at least 25 fighters and the destruction of multiple terrorist camps in a methodical, high-impact sweep of the area.

Danbokolo, who led the defence of the enclave, attempted to repel the advancing operatives by launching a fierce ambush. During the intense firefight, he sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the abdomen and lower chest.

Despite a hasty evacuation by his fighters to Kamarawa village in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Danbokolo died of his injuries on June 26.

His death, confirmed through intercepted communications and corroborated by local informants, is seen as a turning point in the fight against insurgency across Zamfara and neighbouring states.