Bandit leader Bello Turji has issued a chilling warning to residents of villages near Shinkafi, threatening dire consequences for anyone venturing to the Shinkafi market.
Sources close to the region revealed to Zagazola Makama that Turji’s message was unambiguous defiance would be met with brutal retaliation.
This ominous threat appears to be a strategic ploy by the fugitive leader to shield his movements and evade the tightening grip of intensified security operations targeting his criminal empire.
Observers believe Turji is attempting to reassert dominance over his shrinking territories while shaping public perception to his advantage.
Amid swirling rumors of his injury, reliable security sources and locals have confirmed that Turji remains unharmed, further fueling speculation about his activities.
Despite his growing notoriety, he continues to elude capture, keeping authorities on edge.
Reports indicate that Turji was recently spotted in nearby villages, visibly agitated as security forces close in on his strongholds.
This restlessness is a telling sign of the increasing pressure he faces as authorities ramp up efforts to dismantle his network, which has plagued Zamfara State and its neighbors with relentless insecurity.
The hunt for Turji continues with unrelenting vigor, as security agencies intensify their operations.
Residents are urged to stay alert and promptly report any suspicious activity, playing their part in the collective push to restore peace to the region.