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Let’s Bombard Forests to Eliminate Bandits – CCT

At the 2025 Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Conference held at Arewa House, Kaduna, stakeholders gathered to deliberate on strategies for tackling the escalating banditry in Northern Nigeria. Opinions were divided on how best to restore peace and security to the region.

 

The Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Barr. Mainasara Umar, proposed aggressive military action, including the bombardment of forests that serve as hideouts for bandits. Umar argued that clearing these hideouts and repurposing the land for agricultural and industrial use could help address root causes of insecurity, such as poverty and unemployment.

 

“The North is at a crossroads, and so is the entire country. We must punish the guilty. Several containers of arms and ammunition have been intercepted over the years, yet no one has been convicted. Burn down the forests that shelter terrorists—Sambisa, Mandara, Rugu, Falgore, and others. Turn them into industrial agricultural zones that will create jobs, reduce hunger, and stimulate economic growth,” Umar said.

 

He also called for a thorough audit of security spending over the last two decades, stating that transparency was essential for Nigeria’s fight against insecurity. Umar recommended restructuring the nation’s security architecture by establishing specialized agencies such as a National Border Security Police and a National Anti-Terrorism Police.

 

However, Prof. Abubakar Saddique Mohammed, Director-General of the Centre for Democratic Development Research and Training (CEDDERT), Zaria, cautioned against an overly militarized approach. He warned that indiscriminate bombardment could result in ecological damage, human rights violations, and international backlash.

 

“Insecurity stems from systemic failure and leadership inadequacies. The injustice Sheikh Danfodiyo spoke about is still with us today. Bombarding forests will not solve the problem; it will only create new challenges. We need a balanced approach—a combination of force and dialogue to address the root causes of insecurity,” Prof. Mohammed said.

 

The National President of Gamji Heritage, Arc. Ahmed Kabir Abdullahi, called for inspiration from the late Sir Ahmadu Bello’s leadership. He urged collective action and practical solutions to address the region’s challenges.

 

“Essentially, we are at a crossroads. The security challenges facing the North and the nation as a whole require unity and decisive action. As Gamji Heritage, we have resolved to compile the recommendations from this conference into a document to guide state and federal governments in their efforts to restore peace,” Abdullahi said.

 

While opinions varied, the speakers were united in their call for the government to sustain and intensify efforts against insecurity. The conference concluded with a resolution to submit the recommendations to relevant authorities, expressing hope that they would serve as a blueprint for addressing banditry and restoring stability in Northern Nigeria.

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