By Jemilu Hassan
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A sense of dread has settled over 25 communities in Tsafe West, Zamfara a troubled region, as bandits have issued an ominous ultimatum demanding a staggering N172.7 million levy from the villagers.
The brazen demand has sent shockwaves through the affected communities, prompting a mass exodus of residents who fear for their lives and livelihoods. According to reports, the bandits have given the villagers a deadline to pay the hefty levy, warning of dire consequences if their demands are not met.
The affected communities are spread across several local government areas, leaving residents in a state of panic and uncertainty. As news of the bandits’ demand spread, many villagers have fled their homes, seeking refuge in nearby towns and cities. The mass exodus has created a humanitarian crisis, with many displaced persons struggling to access basic necessities like food, shelter, and healthcare
A disturbing trend has emerged in the troubled region, where bandits have been imposing hefty levies on vulnerable villages. A recent breakdown of the
levies reveals that 25 villages have been targeted, with demands ranging from millions of naira to bags of soybeans.Here is a detailed breakdown of the levies imposed on each village:
Gijinzama: ₦8.5 million
Dakolo: ₦5 million + 20 bags of soybeans
Gunja: ₦7 million
Kauyen Kane: ₦5 million
Kurar Mota: ₦6 million
Sabon Garin Bakin Gulbi: ₦2.5 million
Kibari: ₦3 million
Karda: ₦5 million
Daga Ciki: ₦3 million
Biya: ₦5 million
Barebari: ₦6 million
Kauyen Magaji: ₦7 million
Kwaren Maisaje: ₦10 million
Magazawa: ₦10 million
Maciya: ₦5 million
Unguwar Danhalima: ₦5 million
Unguwar Rogo: ₦5 million
Katanga: ₦5 million
Magazu: ₦5 million
Sungawa: ₦15 million
Rakyabu: ₦15 million
Yalwa: ₦2.7 million
Tsageru: ₦5 million
Gidan Anne: ₦7 million
Kunchin Kalgo: ₦20 million
The total levy imposed on these villages amounts to a staggering ₦172.7 million. This disturbing trend has created a sense of panic among the villagers, who are struggling to meet the demands of the bandits.
With the deadline for payment looming, many villagers fear that the bandits will launch a devastating attack on their communities if their
demands are not met. The villagers are caught between a rock and a hard place, unable to pay the exorbitant levy and fearful of the consequences of non-payment. The state government has assured the affected communities that it
is working to address the security challenges facing the region. However, many villagers remain skeptical, citing the government’s failure to protect them from previous attacks.
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