A notorious bandit Commander, Bello Turji, in a new video, dared the Nigerian government, threatening to sustain confrontation with the military if they continue with force in handling terrorism incidence in the country.
A mask man believed to be Bello Turji, in a video circulating on social media and reportedly recorded on June 20, 2026, claimed responsibility for recent attacks on security operatives in Sokoto and Zamfara states.
In the video, recorded in Hausa, Turji in mask, was surrounded by his lieutenants, well armed and in military camouflage.
The mask man claimed responsibility for invasion of some communities and confiscation of livestock in communities like Shinkafi in Zamfara State and Sabon Birni in Sokoto State.
According to him, “Some people who are chasing away our livestock are killing our innocent brothers and sisters, people who have done nothing wrong, in places such as Shinkafi in Zamfara State, Sabon Birni in Sokoto State and other surrounding areas.”
The mask man declared: “Allah granted us victory over these people who are carrying out these operations and driving away our livestock.”
The mask man, however, accepted window for peace negotiations with the government.
According to him, “If the government is ready for negotiation, we are also ready for negotiation.”
He vowed: “But if they want to continue with force, we are prepared. Our fighters are ready for whatever comes.”
