Breaking news from Zamfara State, where bandits imposed a staggering levy on three communities under the Zurmi LGA.
According to information obtained by MandyNews.com from Twitter.com/AM_Saleeem/status/1632768207957237762″ target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Saleeem, the Yan-buki, Kadamutsa and Dada communities were each forced to pay a heavy sum of 2 million naira to bandits.
The bandits also demanded an additional 200,000 naira for each voting unit in the region before Saturday’s gubernatorial elections could be held. This is an unprecedented move by the bandits, and residents have confirmed that they are under immense pressure to meet these demands.
Banditry and insecurity are on the rise in Zamfara State, which is a worrying development. The government has been criticized for not addressing the problem, and the most recent example only underscores how serious it is.
Many people living in affected communities find it impossible to go about their daily lives without fear due to the constant threat of violence. Considering that imposing this tax will only exacerbate their problems, many are calling for immediate action to address the security situation in the state.
The bandits’ demand for a polling center tax is a worrying development ahead of the gubernatorial elections in Zamfara State. Although it is not clear how the situation will evolve, one thing is certain: the people of Zamfara State urgently need help to combat the growing insecurity and threats of banditry in the region.
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