End Of Terror: Notorious Bandit Leaders Surrender, Release Hostages In Katsina (Photos)

End Of Terror: Notorious Bandit Leaders Surrender, Release Hostages In Katsina (Photos)

Several infamous bandit leaders responsible for terrorizing Batsari, Safana, and Jibia Local Government Areas in Katsina State have reportedly surrendered to Nigerian Army troops.

According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, the surrendered leaders include Abu Radda, Umar Black, Abdullahi Lankai, Jijjige, and Dabar Musa Dan Gandu—all of whom operated from the Jibia axis…….READ MORE

Security sources cited in the report indicated that sustained military offensives in the region forced the bandits to surrender and accept a peace deal.

The publication also noted that the repentant bandits handed over their weapons to the military and released multiple hostages they had previously abducted.

The ex-bandits appealed to the government for alternative means of livelihood, suggesting that they be involved in building markets and hospitals as part of their reintegration into society.

Their surrender was reportedly facilitated by the National Community for Security and Societal Advancement in Katsina (NCSOSACK), led by Hamisa Batsari, who played a critical role in the peace talks.

Meanwhile, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced on Monday that 800 former Boko Haram fighters, who had previously surrendered, are currently undergoing deradicalization programs in preparation for reintegration into their communities.