‘I’ll never negotiate with terrorists’ — Zamfara governor vows

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has vowed never to negotiate with terrorists, insisting on security operations rather than peace deals. He rejected calls for dialogue with bandits, stating it would weaken government authority. Lawal also addressed protests by residents along the Shinkafi–Kaura Namoda Road, acknowledging their right to protest and promising to listen to their concerns.