Bandit Leader Denies ₦30 Million Payoff After Meeting With Zamfara Governor

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has denied claims of receiving a ₦30 million payoff following a meeting with former Zamfara Governor Matawalle. Turji's confirmation of the meeting and subsequent denial of the payoff have sparked controversy, with allegations of corruption and betrayal surfacing.

The allegations were made by Musa Muhammad Kamara, a former aide to Matawalle. Turji also accused former governors of Zamfara and Sokoto states, including Ahm Sani Yerima, of fueling violence by targeting the Fulani community.

The situation highlights the complex dynamics of peace negotiations and corruption in the region.