Nigeria, Sept. 11 -- The Governor of Jigawa State, Muhammad Badaru, has warned Fulani people in the state against harbouring bandits fleeing from the military offensive against them in Zamfara State.

According to a statement by his spokesperson, Ahmed Kila, the governor gave the warning on Friday when he met the leadership of Miyatti Allah, a Fulani socio-cultural group, over rising cases of kidnapping in the state.

Mr Badaru warned the officials over allegations that some members of their community were harbouring criminals, saying the state would not allow the repeat of happenings in Zamfara State.

Armed bandits are reportedly fleeing Zamfara to escape from the military onslaughts. This has coincided with an uptick in reported cases ...