223 Light Battalion Zuru repels bandits in Ribah

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi

The Nigerian Army’s 223 Light Battalion, Zuru, has successfully repelled a bandit attack on Ribah town in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

The attempted attack, it was gathered, occurred on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, and involved over 400 armed bandits who sought to overrun the communities.

A fierce gun battle ensued between the troops and…