Bandits impose N40m levy on Sokoto community, threaten attack
Residents of Kebbe town in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State are living in fear after suspected bandits demanded N40 million from the community and threatened to attack if the money is not paid. The threat was reportedly delivered through a resident, Abara Jaji, who was intercepted by the bandits while on his way […]
Bandits in Sokoto State have imposed a demand for N40 million from Kebbe community, threatening an attack if the payment is not made. The demand was made through a resident, Abara Jaji, who was intercepted and threatened by the bandits. Jaji was instructed to deliver a Tecno phone to the District Head of Kebbe or his representative, containing a SIM card with the message “Sha kidanka bakauye.”
The bandits demanded the money from the community, threatening to attack and burn properties if it wasn't paid. The incident has caused fear among residents, with some already leaving the town. Despite arrangements being made to raise the money, residents oppose the payment and call for increased security presence in the community.
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