The Zamfara State Government has issued a stern warning to communities suspected of harboring bandits, threatening demolition as a potential consequence.
This announcement came from Deputy Governor Malam Mani Mummuni during his visit to Tsafe Emirate, where he expressed condolences for the recent loss of nine members of the Community Protection Guards (CPG) at the hands of bandits.
The tragic incident occurred when bandits ambushed the security operatives along the Tsafe-Funtua road, leading to their deaths. Mummuni specifically pointed fingers at the residents of Maikwanugga community, alleging that they provided shelter and food to the bandits, enabling them to launch their attacks. “The village is just less than half a kilometre from the main road, but they decided to be used by bandits against our security operatives,” he stated, emphasizing the community’s betrayal of the CPG, which was established to protect travelers....Read Full Article [Click Here>]
He reiterated that the government would not tolerate such actions from those who undermine security efforts. “We cannot accept the actions of betrayers working against the State’s efforts and those of security agencies in curbing insecurity,” he declared, underscoring the seriousness of the situation and the government’s resolve to act decisively.
