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Matawalle Warns Bandit Informants To Repent or Face Elimination
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has issued a stern warning to individuals providing information to bandits, urging them to stop their activities and turn towards a more righteous path.
During an official visit to assess the situation in Gundumi village and the Isa and Sabon Birni local government areas in Sokoto State, Matawalle expressed grave concerns over the role of informants in the ongoing banditry crisis.
Matawalle warned that if these informants do not repent, they would face severe consequences, including death.
He emphasized that those who continue aiding the bandits are not only endangering their communities but are also working against the efforts of the government to restore peace and security in the region.
The minister’s message was clear: such acts of betrayal would no longer be tolerated, and informants must either change their ways or face elimination.
The visit to Gundumi village, once a bustling hub of activity, brought into sharp focus the impact of banditry on local communities.
Matawalle was visibly pained by the state of the village, which had once thrived with business and daily life but has now been reduced to a shadow of its former self due to frequent attacks by bandits.
Most of the population has fled, leaving behind only a handful of residents struggling to survive.
Determined to bring about a turnaround, Matawalle assured the people of Gundumi that the government would soon establish a military base in the area, aimed at boosting security and restoring confidence among the locals.
He expressed optimism that with increased military presence, the village could once again become a thriving community.
He also called on the residents to play their part by cooperating with security forces and refusing to give in to the temptations of working with bandits.
The issue of banditry has been a long-standing challenge in Sokoto State and other parts of northern Nigeria, where armed groups continue to wreak havoc on villages and towns.
These groups, often well-armed and organized, have been known to attack communities, steal livestock, and abduct residents for ransom.
Informants, who provide crucial information to bandits about the movements of security forces or potential targets, have made it difficult for law enforcement agencies to effectively combat these criminal elements.
Matawalle’s warning to these informants highlights the government’s growing frustration with the situation and its determination to root out any internal collaborators.
By setting up military bases and increasing the presence of security forces in affected areas, the government hopes to reclaim territories lost to bandits and restore a sense of normalcy to the region.
Matawalle, who has been actively involved in efforts to address insecurity in Nigeria, emphasized that the fight against banditry requires the cooperation of everyone.
He urged community leaders and local residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities, assuring them that their safety is a priority for the government.
As the situation continues to unfold, many in Sokoto State are hopeful that the government’s renewed efforts to combat banditry, alongside the warnings issued to informants, will bring about the much-needed peace and stability that the region has been yearning for.
NSYC, National Youth Service Corps, corpers rejoice as government starts paying the 77k allawee. Corp members begin to share receipt details as proof to others that the increased have truly been confirmed.
Photos of the receipt was shared by a random X user, corpers and Nigerian comment and applaud the government for keeping their word. Many also associate the delivering of this promise due to the corp member that spoke up.
As citizens applaud the government they also hail the corp member, Raye for speaking up and helping NYSC.
It can be recalled that Raye, corp member, recently made a viral video as she lamented and shared her concerns with the country. The lady also address her life as a corper and how the economy is not friendly. Due to her voice, the government answers by beginning the payment of 77k allawee to corpers.
In a recent development, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, has criticized Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, for his recent comments on Nigeria’s democratic state.
Obi had remarked that democracy in Nigeria has been “knocked down,” especially in light of the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Onanuga responded by asserting that such hyperbolic statements lack a solid logical foundation, especially considering Nigeria’s democratic progress over the past 26 years. He emphasized that if democracy had indeed collapsed, Obi wouldn’t have the freedom to express such views publicly.
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has raised concerns about alleged religious discrimination at Adeleke University in Ede, Osun State. According to MURIC, the university is compelling Muslim students to participate in Christian church services and has reportedly disrupted their Ramadan observances.
MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, stated that the organization has received multiple complaints from Muslim students at Adeleke University. These students allege that attendance at the university’s church programs is mandatory for all students, regardless of their religious beliefs.
Furthermore, a recent incident reportedly involved the disruption of Tarawih prayers—special evening prayers performed during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan—with students being warned not to hold such gatherings again.
Professor Akintola emphasized that such actions infringe upon the fundamental right to freedom of religion, which is protected under the Nigerian Constitution.
He mentioned that this is not the first time concerns have been raised about Adeleke University’s treatment of Muslim students. In 2019, MURIC accused the institution of religious persecution and called upon the National Universities Commission (NUC) to investigate.
The allegations at that time included forcing Muslim students to attend church services on Sundays and making mid-week services on Wednesdays and Saturdays compulsory for those residing in university hostels.
Additionally , the recent allegations have prompted calls for the NUC to intervene and ensure that universities uphold the constitutional rights of all students. MURIC also advises Muslim parents and prospective students to exercise caution when considering enrollment in private institutions that may not respect their religious practices.
Finally, they urge educational authorities to ensure that private universities are transparent about their religious affiliations and practices, allowing students to make informed decisions about their education.
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