Insecurity: Buhari approves the deployment of 6,000 troops to Zamfara

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the deployment of 6,000 troops to complement the efforts of the current security forces in Zamfara state.

This was made known by the Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle in a press statement.

“As a further push to bring to an end the activities of armed bandits, Conveyance of more than two persons on a motorcycle is hereby banned with immediate effect,” Governor Bello stated.

“Movement of motorcycles in large numbers is banned, spreading fake news by social media users will not be tolerated, anyone found in this act will be dealt with decisively. Traditional rulers and sole administrators of LG council are to always remain in their respective domains.”

He concluded by saying, “Any politician that incites violence and endangers the security of the state will be apprehended and dealt with. Security agents are directed to arrest and arraign violators for prosecution.”