Zamfara bandits now utilizing advanced weaponry than ever before – Group

The Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) says Zamfara state has witnessed a surge in attacks by bandits. Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja, Francis said bandits are now utilizing more advanced weaponry than ever before, exceeding the arsenal previously seized from vanquished bandit groups during the preceding administration. Francis asked the state government to explain the […]

The Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) says Zamfara state has witnessed a surge in attacks by bandits.

Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja, Francis said bandits are now utilizing more advanced weaponry than ever before, exceeding the arsenal previously seized from vanquished bandit groups during the preceding administration.

Francis asked the state government to explain the source of a video which attempted to link predecessor and Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle, to banditry.

The group cited the video released by a notorious bandit leader supposedly implicating the Minister of State Defence as the handiwork of enemies.

“The fact that the incriminating video, featuring the Minister of Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, surfaced publicly warrants a thorough examination,” the said.