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SOKOTO RESIDENTS PROTEST RISING BANDIT ATTACKS

SOKOTO RESIDENTS PROTEST RISING BANDIT ATTACKS

Residents of Shagari Local Government Area in Sokoto State took to the streets in protest on Tuesday, blocking the Sokoto–Lagos trunk A highway to demand urgent government intervention against relentless bandit attacks. The demonstration drew hundreds of men, women, and children who voiced frustration over repeated killings, abductions, and destruction of livelihoods.
The protesters lamented that despite repeated pleas for assistance, their communities remain under constant siege. Many carried placards calling for increased security presence and immediate military action. Women were particularly vocal, stressing that families have been forced to abandon farmlands and schools due to fear of bandit incursions.

Banditry in Sokoto, along with other states in Nigeria’s northwest, has worsened in recent months, leading to mass displacement and food insecurity. Shagari, strategically located along the major highway, has become a vulnerable target for criminal gangs who often block roads, kidnap travelers, and raid villages.

Authorities have acknowledged the growing unrest, with local officials assuring residents that security agencies are stepping up surveillance and patrols in affected areas. However, many Sokoto residents argue that previous promises have yielded little tangible result, and the ongoing protests reflect deepening public dissatisfaction.
The highway blockade disrupted movement for hours, underscoring the urgency of the situation. Analysts warn that unless stronger action is taken, rural protests could spread, amplifying public discontent and further straining the region’s fragile security framework.

For the people of Shagari, the protest was more than a call for attention—it was a desperate plea for survival. The message to authorities is clear: until peace is restored, life in Sokoto’s vulnerable communities will remain under threat.

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