The Zamfara State Government has renewed its fight against banditry and criminal activities across the state, following a high-level security stakeholders’ meeting held on Monday in Gusau, the state capital.
The meeting, chaired by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, brought together heads of security agencies and top government officials to review the state’s security situation and adopt new strategies.
Also in attendance was Deputy Governor Malam Mani Malam Mummuni, who reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting lives and restoring peace.
In a statement released by the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the SSG, Suleman Ahmad Tudu, the meeting produced ten key recommendations aimed at improving coordination, intelligence sharing, and operational effectiveness among security forces.
Nakwada condemned the recent attacks on communities, offering condolences to families affected by the violence. He said the government would not rest until peace is fully restored.
“The evolving nature of security threats demands collective and adaptive strategies. We will continue to work with all security agencies to ensure Zamfara becomes safe again,” he said.
Deputy Governor Mummuni echoed the urgency, calling for unity among security agencies and consistent efforts to tackle the bandit problem.
“We must secure every inch of our dear state. The time for action is now,” he stated.
Zamfara State has been one of the worst-hit by banditry in Nigeria’s North-West region, with frequent attacks on villages, farmers, and travelers. The government hopes the new strategy will bring lasting solutions to the ongoing crisis.
