Kwanar Maharba: The Most Dangerous Hotspot for Banditry, Says Sokoto Lawmaker Aminu Boza

Aminu Boza, a member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly representing Sabon Birni (North), has highlighted Kwanar Maharba as the most perilous location for banditry in the region. In a recent interview with Daily Trust, Boza emphasized that this area, which suffers from frequent bandit attacks, has become so hazardous that travelers are now forced to reroute through Niger Republic for safety.

Boza disclosed that many bandit leaders’ whereabouts are known, including the notorious Bello Turji, who is reportedly residing in the Fakai area of Shinkafi Local Government in Zamfara State. The lawmaker expressed his frustration over the lack of security checkpoints in the region, which exacerbates the problem.

In response to the escalating security concerns, Boza shared that he recently met with the Sokoto State deputy governor to address the issue. They are working together to enhance security in the region, with plans to deploy an additional 1,200 soldiers to Sokoto State. Sabon Birni is set to receive extra security personnel within the next week to bolster protection and combat the rising banditry.

Boza stated, “Kwanar Maharba is the most dangerous spot among all the spots I have mentioned. Banditry operation is taking place in this particular spot almost daily. Some of our people had to change their route through Niger Republic whenever they are going to Sokoto because it is safer. We don’t have a single security checkpoint along that road.”

He also highlighted the known locations of other bandit leaders, including Halilu in Tsububu village and Jummo Baki in Gangara village. The additional deployment of security forces aims to curb the increasing violence and restore safety to the affected areas.

This move is expected to significantly improve the security situation and provide relief to residents who have long been suffering from the threat of banditry in their daily lives.