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The Digest:

In Maradun, Zamfara State, residents have boldly defied a bandit leader's demand for a ₦20 million ransom, despite threats of violent retaliation. The defiant stance comes amid rising fear as the bandit, Jummo, threatens to block farming activities unless his demands are met.


Key Points:
  • Bandit leader Jummo threatens Maradun residents with violence unless ₦20m "protection fee" is paid.
  • Jummo demands free access to markets and unhindered movement for cattle across the area.
  • The community refuses to negotiate with bandits, calling for government intervention.
  • Farmers face potential loss of farmland access if demands are not met.
  • Local leaders urge swift action to dislodge the bandits from their safe havens.

The defiance from Maradun’s residents highlights their resistance against the escalating banditry in the region, with local farmers demanding stronger action from the authorities to end the siege on their livelihoods.

Sources: Manhaja.blueprint, Nigerian Tribune, Local News Outlets