Armed bandits have reportedly imposed a N60 million levy on at least 12 communities in Zamfara State, accusing them of aiding recent Nigerian military operations that disrupted their activities.
The affected communities include Koloma, Dan Hayin Zargado, Zargado, Dan Godabe, Sabuwar Tunga, Makini, Bubaka, Yelwa, Bahwada, Koda, Manya, and Kabusu. Local leaders and residents fear that failure to pay the ransom could result in widespread violence, including kidnappings, arson, and mass killings.