Katsina Bandits Negotiate With Lawmaker, Free 45 Kidnap Victims After Peace Deal (video)

Engr. Abdurrahman Ahmad Kandarawa, a member of the Katsina State House of Assembly representing Bakori Local Government Area, has led the recovery of 45 individuals kidnapped by terrorists for an extended period.

SaharaReporters learnt that the release, which took place last week Friday, came following a renewed “peace agreement” between local leaders and the bandits, aimed at ending prolonged hostilities in the region.

In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, one of the bandits involved in the abduction revealed that the agreement was honoured due to promises made by both sides. 

The terrorists emphasised that, having fulfilled their commitments, the security agencies and government should not escalate the situation, allowing their people to return safely to the town to resume normal life.

Hon. Abdurrahman, who spearheaded the negotiation, drew parallels to international peace efforts, citing the Gaza-Israel agreement. 

“Even in the world, peace agreements are made to ensure coexistence,” he said. “There is nothing wrong in making peace to secure a lasting and peaceful future for our people.”