The Minister of Defence, Muhammad Abubakar Badaru, arrived in Gusau, the capital of Zamfara State, on Thursday, issuing a directive to the troops of Operation Fansar Yamma to capture the notorious bandit leader Bello Turji.
Upon his arrival, Badaru was received by Major General Oluyinka Olalekan, Commander of the Joint Taskforce Northwest Operation Fansar Yamma, along with the state’s Deputy Governor, Mani Mumini, and other government officials.
During his address at the One Brigade Headquarters, the Minister noted that President Bola Tinubu had been closely monitoring troop activities over the past few months and acknowledged some improvements in operations against terrorism in the region. However, he also recognized that challenges remain.
“The President urged me to thank you and to encourage you to intensify efforts to combat insecurity in these areas and across the country. He is ready to provide all necessary resources to end insecurity in the Northwest and Nigeria,” Badaru stated.
Expressing confidence in the troops’ capabilities, he emphasized the need for decisive action to apprehend Turji, asking, “Are you ready to finish with them? Are you ready to end it? Please get me Turji.”
This visit follows a recent meeting in Abuja between Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, Badaru, and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu.