In a shocking turn of events, notorious terrorist leader Bello Turji has resurfaced in Sokoto State, Nigeria, and has reportedly begun imposing a hefty levy of N25 million on every village under his control. The development has been confirmed by a prominent local lawmaker, who has raised alarm over the escalating insecurity and terror in the region.
Bello Turji, known for his brutal leadership in the activities of armed bandits across northern Nigeria, has been a central figure in the violence that has plagued several states. His return to Sokoto is seen as a major setback in the efforts to combat terrorism and restore peace to the area. According to the lawmaker, Turji is now demanding a staggering N25 million per village to avoid violent reprisals, a move that is causing widespread panic among residents.
The lawmaker, who has requested anonymity for security reasons, has called on both state and federal governments to act swiftly and decisively to neutralize the threat posed by Turji and his armed group. He emphasized the urgency of implementing robust security measures to protect vulnerable communities that are being forced into submission by the terror kingpin's demands.
“The resurfacing of Bello Turji is a clear indication that the menace of terrorism and banditry in our region is far from over. The imposition of such a hefty levy will cripple the economy of our villages and cause further suffering to innocent civilians. We urge the government to take immediate action,” the lawmaker stated.
Local sources have reported increasing fear among the villagers, who are being pressured to gather enormous sums of money to meet Turji’s demands. The terrorist leader’s ability to control large swaths of territory in Sokoto raises serious concerns about the security apparatus in place and its ability to protect the people.