Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has said governors in the North-West will not negotiate with bandits.
He spoke in Katsina State during the opening of a new road project, saying the region’s leaders are united in fighting insecurity and are investing heavily to tackle it.
“We will not negotiate with any criminal, nor will we accept any offer from them unless they surrender unconditionally,” he said.
Aliyu assured residents that state governments are working closely with security agencies to end banditry.
He also urged communities to help by reporting informants and suspicious movements.
“We must do the needful at the community level by remaining vigilant and monitoring the movement of suspicious individuals,” he added.
The governor called on people to support its efforts and pray for success, while praising Katsina State’s Community Guard initiative and its role in improving security.
