Bandit leader Bello Turji reportedly claims responsibility for recent attacks on security operatives in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states and says his group is prepared for either dialogue or continued armed confrontation. The claim appears in a video circulating on social media that both reports say was recorded on June 20, 2026. In the recording, a masked man believed to be Turji speaks in Hausa alongside armed individuals wearing military-style camouflage. He references ongoing clashes in Nigeria’s North-West and alleges that communities in areas including Shinkafi in Zamfara State and Sabon Birni in Sokoto State have faced attacks and livestock seizures. The speaker also says his group carried out retaliatory actions against those it accuses of targeting its communities. He states that the group is willing to engage in peace negotiations if the government pursues dialogue, saying “If the government is ready for negotiation, we are also ready for negotiation.” At the same time, he warns that if military pressure continues, his fighters are prepared for confrontation. The reports do not provide independent verification of the claims or details of casualties.
Bello Turji claims attacks, says group is ready for talks or confrontation
Bandit leader Bello Turji reportedly claims responsibility for recent attacks on security operatives in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states and says his group is prepared for either dialogue or continu...
- A video circulating online, reportedly recorded on June 20, 2026, features a masked man believed to be Bello Turji.
- Turji’s message reportedly claims responsibility for attacks involving security operatives in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states.
- He alleges attacks on communities and livestock seizures in areas including Shinkafi (Zamfara) and Sabon Birni (Sokoto).
- He says his group carried out retaliatory attacks against people it accuses of targeting its communities.
- The speaker states the group is willing to negotiate if the government pursues dialogue, but it is prepared to continue armed confrontation if force continues.
Bandit leader, Bello Turji has reportedly claimed responsibility for recent attacks on security operatives in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states, while expressing willingness to engage in dialogue with the government. The development was disclosed in a video circulating on social media and reportedly recorded on June 20, 2026. According to the video, which was delivered in Hausa, a masked man believed to be Turji appeared alongside armed individuals dressed in military-style camouflage and spoke about ongoing clashes in parts of the North-West. In the recording, the speaker alleged that some communities had been subjected to attacks and livestock seizures in areas including Shinkafi in Zamfara State and Sabon Birni in Sokoto State. “Some people who are chasing away our livestock are killing our innocent brothers and sisters, people who have done nothing wrong, in places such as Shinkafi in Zamfara State, Sabon Birni in Sokoto State and other surrounding areas,” the speaker said. He further claimed that members of his group had carried out retaliatory attacks against those they accused of targeting their communities. “Allah granted us victory over these people who are carrying out these operations and driving away our livestock,” he stated. The speaker also addressed the possibility of peace negotiations with authorities, saying his group was willing to engage in talks if the government pursued dialogue. “If the government is ready for negotiation, we are also ready for negotiation,” he said. However, he added that the group was also prepared to continue armed confrontation if military operations persisted. “But if they want to continue with force, we are prepared. Our fighters are ready for whatever comes,” the speaker stated.
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