The Federal Government has directed the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, and other military chiefs to move to Sokoto State to combat banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism in the North-West.
In a statement, the Ministry of Defence said the directive is part of an intensified effort to restore peace and security in the region.
Matawalle said, “While in the North West, we would supervise operations and ensure that Bello Turji and his Bandits gang were flushed out.”
He condemned the circulation of videos by bandits, saying, “This incident happened in kwashabawa, Zurmi Local Government Area in Zamfara. This is not acceptable as President Bola Tinubu has been giving great support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria.”
Matawalle assured the people of Sokoto, Katsina, Zamfara, and Kebbi states that the security forces would leave no stone unturned in flushing out the bandits.
“I will be on ground in the North West with the CDS and other military chiefs, leading our brave men and women in uniform. I also call on residents of these states to remain vigilant and cooperate with the security forces as the Federal Government has resolved to protect the lives and properties of all Nigerians.”
