Dauda Lawal, the governor of Zamfara state, has said the wanted terrorist, Bello Turji, would soon be killed by the security forces, noting that the terrorist leader still operates between the state and Sokoto axis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The governor hailed the military’s recent killing of notorious bandit kingpin Halilu Sububu as a significant victory in the fight against banditry.
In an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Governor Lawal expressed optimism that Sububu’s demise will cripple the remaining bandits, including Bello Turji.
Halilu Sububu: Governor Lawal commends military
Governor Lawal said Halilu Sububu was a major bandit leader in Zamfara state and the North and described his elimination as a game-changer.
He further stated that Sububu controlled a large network of bandits, had extensive resources, and was well-connected in arms sourcing. The governor said without Sububu, his followers would not have the capacity to continue their activities.
The governor noted that Sububu’s killing had brought a sense of calmness to Zamfara and neighbouring states previously terrorized by his group.
He commended the Nigerian military and security forces for their efforts in eliminating the notorious kingpin.
Sububu was killed in an ambush by troops in Kwaren Kirya, Maru local government area, on Thursday. Governor Lawal said this breakthrough will disrupt the operations of other bandits, including Turji, and pave the way for lasting peace in the region.
Below is the video of his interview:
Terrorist Turji places N50m levy on Zamfara village
Legit earlier reported that Bello Turji confirmed imposing an N50 million levy on the Moriki community in Zamfara state.
Turji, who was being flaunted by footsoldiers with sophisticated weapons, explained that the levy was for his brothers and cows that were killed by the Nigerian army.
The video came after Turji’s gang kidnapped 11 locals in the village, five men and six women, and demanded that the money should be paid on time or he would kill the hostages.