We Are Negotiating With Bandits, But Not Paying Them Money – Kaduna Governor Reveals

The Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has confirmed that his administration is negotiating with bandits to ensure peace in the state.

Governor Sani disclosed that the peace deal is based on appeals by the people of the state, especially those most affected by the activities of the insurgents.

He added, however, that the peace deal does not come with any option of paying money to the bandits, noting that the negotiations are targeted at restoring peace and safeguarding the lives of people.

Naija News reports Governor Sani made the disclosure during a recent interview with the BBC Hausa service.

“It is the people affected by the violence that called for the dialogue. For example, the Emir of Birnin Gwari has come with his subjects calling for dialogue.

“When I asked his reason, he said our communities have been plagued by the scourge of banditry, resulting in tragic loss of lives and abduction of our people, for over a decade now, with no lasting solution in sight,” he…