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The Digest:

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has denied allegations that he received ₦30 million and vehicles during peace talks with the Zamfara State government, claiming he has “never possessed even ₦5 million” in his life.

Key Points:
  • Turji swore “by Allah” that he never handled ₦5 million, denying the reported ₦30 million payment.
  • He insisted his banditry is “not for personal gain” and that he acts independently of politicians.
  • The denial responds to claims by former peace facilitator Musa Kamarawa.
  • Turji accused Kamarawa of lying and violating the trust established during negotiations.
  • He stated, “We are not politicians, and we are not tools of politicians. No human being is backing us.”
  • The bandit also denied receiving any vehicles during meetings with former Governor Matawalle.
  • His statement adds a layer of moral ambiguity to the conflict, framing violence as ideological rather than financial.
In a region where banditry is often conflated with economic desperation, Turji’s denial complicates the narrative—rooting his actions in a storm of grievance and resistance, however destructive its form.

Sources: PM News