North-West governors reject bandit negotiations

Governors in Nigeria's North-West, led by Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, have reaffirmed their refusal to negotiate with bandits to restore peace in the region. Aliyu stated that state governments are investing in security infrastructure and collaborating with security agencies to dismantle bandit networks. He also urged citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in combating insecurity.