A notorious terrorist, Abdullahi Abubakar, popularly known as Dogo Gide, who caused a lot of terror in the North, is dead.
According to a report shared on X by Imran Muhammad, Dogo Gide passed away due to gunshot injuries sustained during a clash with Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) forces.
The incident took place in Madada forest within the Maru local government area on March 12, 2024.
Dogo Gide was said to have sustained severe injuries of which he was covertly taken to a hospital in Mabera, Sokoto, Sokoto State, where he eventually passed away.
The notorious fugitive was laid to rest in Dandalla Village on March 24.
His appearance at the hospital was supposedly made easier by a security official who is currently detained, prompting concerns about potential cooperation within the security forces.
Dogo Gide’s death represents a notable achievement for the Nigerian security forces, showcasing the collaborative endeavors of 1 Division and 8 Division of the Nigerian Army.
The notorious terrorist has been linked to serious crimes including the shooting down of a military helicopter in the Dansadau-Birmin Gwari region, the kidnapping of students from Federal Government College Yauri, responsible for the shooting down of a Nigerian Air Force helicopter on a rescue mission in Niger State on August, 2023.
He was among the 97 terrorists that was declared wanted by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on March 2024.
