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Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, has advised authorities to draft repentant bandits in the fight against terrorism....READ THE FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE | READ THE FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE
In a post on X, Ahmad described his advice as a firm strategy “If we must negotiate with bandits after all the pain, suffering, and destruction they have inflicted on innocent people.”
He added, “All surrendered bandits should not just walk free, they should be drafted to fight against those still terrorizing our communities.
“With strict conditions, they will be held fully accountable if anything goes wrong again and their surrender will be void. No second chances.
“If they are truly remorseful, let them prove it by helping to end the terror they once contributed to.”
Ahmad said this weeks after some repentant bandits embraced peace and asked for forgiveness in Kaduna, while pleasing to be reintegrated into society.
Reacting, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting genuine repentance, stressing that the state will prioritize their rehabilitation and reintegration.
The governor also revealed that a robust programme, developed in collaboration with the Federal Government, will ensure that these individuals are equipped to re-enter society productively.
The initiative will expectedly restore trust between affected communities and the repentant individuals, while addressing the root causes of insecurity…Read the full content from the source
