North-West govs reject peace talks with bandits, declare war on bandits

Governors of the North-West states have declared their stance against bandits by declaring that they would no longer engage in any form of peace negotiation with bandits.

The governor’s reportedly stated a collective committed to confronting criminal elements head-on, stressing that peace cannot be achieved through dialogue with armed groups.

The development was revealed by the Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, during the commissioning of the N12.6 billion Yandaki–Shinkafi–Kofar Sauri Road project in Katsina State.

According to him, the commitment is part of a unified and uncompromising stance against bandits as part of renewed efforts to restore peace in the region.

Aliyu said “We will not negotiate with any criminal, nor will we accept any offer from them unless they surrender unconditionally,” he declared.

He explained that state governments across the region were increasing investments in security infrastructure and strengthening collaboration with security agencies to dismantle bandit networks and end persistent violence in affected communities.

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Aliyu also urged residents to support security efforts by remaining vigilant and reporting suspicious activities, warning that bandit operations often rely on local collaborators.

“We must do the needful at the community level by remaining vigilant and monitoring the movement of suspicious individuals,” he said.

The governor called on citizens to continue supporting security operatives through prayers and cooperation, expressing optimism that ongoing measures would restore lasting peace across the region and the country at large.

He commended Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, for establishing the State Community Guard, describing it as a strong complement to conventional security agencies.

Aliyu disclosed that Sokoto State adopted a similar initiative after observing its impact in Katsina, noting that community-based security structures are proving effective in addressing local security challenges.

He also praised Radda, who chairs the North-West APC Governors’ Forum, for what he described as proactive leadership in coordinating regional responses to insecurity.

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