Bandits Impose ₦20 Million Levy on Farmers in Katsina, Deepening Insecurity

Bandits in Katsina, Nigeria have reportedly imposed a ₦20 million levy on farmers in Gatakawa village, Kankara Local Government Area, leading to increased insecurity in the region. This development has raised concerns about the safety of farmers and food security in the area, with ongoing peace deals being condemned for worsening the situation.

The extortion and threats by the bandits have not only affected the livelihoods of farmers but also eroded public confidence in the authorities' ability to protect rural communities in the North West region.