The Nigerian military has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, assuring the public that he remains under constant surveillance and will soon be neutralized.
Speaking on Channels TV’s The Morning Brief on Monday, Major General Emeka Onumajuru, the Chief of Defence Operations, dismissed any claims of negotiations with Turji, stating that the military is actively tracking him.
“There is absolutely no back-and-forth between Bello Turji and the Armed Forces. As I speak, he is completely in hiding, and the military is on his trail. Very soon, he will be eliminated,” Onumajuru said.
He urged Nigerians to be patient, explaining that targeting high-profile criminals like Turji requires time due to their constant movement. However, he assured that Turji’s reign of terror in the North-West would soon come to an end as military operations intensify.
Onumajuru also addressed allegations by Sokoto State lawmaker Aminu Almustapha Boza that Turji has been extorting residents of Sabon Birni Local Government Area through illegal levies.
He called on affected communities to resist such demands, assuring them of military protection.
“These communities must trust that the Armed Forces are there for them. If anyone demands protection money, reject it because the military is on the ground to protect you,” he stated.
Onumajuru further emphasized that security forces are ensuring the safety of farmlands and enabling residents to carry out their daily activities without fear.
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