By Milcah Tanimu
The House of Representatives has called on security agencies to intensify their efforts in combating the ongoing banditry in Zamfara, Kaduna, and Katsina states. This call comes in response to the frequent bandits’ attacks that have resulted in significant loss of lives and properties in these regions.
The appeal was made following the adoption of three separate motions on matters of urgent public importance, presented by Rep. Kabiru Ahmadu Mai Palace (PDP, Zamfara), Rep. Umar Shehu Ajilo (PDP, Kaduna), and Rep. Shehu Dalhatu (APC, Katsina) during the plenary session on Thursday.
Rep. Mai Palace highlighted the daily occurrences of bandit attacks in his Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, which have caused substantial loss of lives, destruction of properties, and displacement of residents.
Rep. Ajilo detailed the tragic invasion of communities in his Makarfi/Kudan Federal Constituency, where bandits killed the village head of Marke, Malam Kabir Muhammed, destroyed homes, and injured numerous individuals.
Rep. Dalhatu expressed similar concerns for his Faskari/Kankara/Sabuwa Federal Constituency in Katsina State, where relentless bandit attacks have led to numerous deaths and widespread fear among residents.
The House adopted these motions and observed a one-minute silence in honor of the victims of the attacks.
The motions were referred to the House committees on Police, Army, National Security and Intelligence, Defence, and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for further action.
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