Zamfara, Nigeria – Armed bandits operating in northwestern Nigeria have allegedly imposed a N60 million levy on 12 communities in Zamfara State, a journalist has claimed.
Bakatsine, a noted conflict and crisis reporter, made the claim in a post on X (formerly Twitter). According to him, the levy is being enforced as punishment for the communities’ alleged cooperation with military raids.
Affected Communities
The communities reportedly affected by this development include:
- Koloma
- Dan Hayin Zargado
- Zargado
- Dan Godabe
- Sabuwar Tunga
- Makini
- Bubaka
- Yelwa
- Bahwada
- Koda
- Manya
- Kabusu
Residents Gripped by Fear
Bakatsine reported that residents of these communities fear reprisal attacks if the imposed levy is not paid. The situation has reportedly heightened tension and fear in the affected areas, where communities already face insecurity and limited government presence.
His post reads:
“Bandits have imposed a N60m levy on 12 Zamfara communities: Koloma, Dan Hayin Zargado, Zargado, Dan Godabe, Sabuwar Tunga, Makini, Bubaka, Yelwa, Bahwada, Koda, Manya & Kabusu for allegedly aiding military raids. Residents fear attacks if they don’t pay.”
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No Official Response Yet
As of this report, Nigerian security agencies and the Zamfara State Government have not issued any official statement regarding the alleged levy or the bandits’ threats.
Zamfara remains one of the states most affected by armed banditry, kidnapping, and rural insecurity, with several communities experiencing displacement, extortion, and violent attacks over the years.
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