In an effort to restore stability and end years of bloodshed, the residents of Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State have reached a “peace agreement” with armed groups operating In there territory.
The “reconciliation meeting” according to reports took place on Friday, February 28, 2025, in Kwari village and was facilitated by the Jibia People’s Forum, led by Alhaji Gide Dahiru.
Present during the meeting included key community leaders, such as the chairman of the Jibia Business Association, Alhaji Sama’ila Mai Maasara, and prominent elder Alhaji Haruna Sada Zare.
Meanwhile, as the peace meeting was going on, bandits reportedly surrendered two AK-47 rifles and admitted to being behind the recent abduction of 10 people from Daddara town, according to a security source, Zagazola Makama.
“It was the bandits who requested reconciliation with the residents. We agreed to negotiate peace based on Islamic law, with the hope of bringing lasting stability to our people,” he stated.
The representatives of the Nigerian Army were also reportedly present as the discussions focused on establishing terms and conditions to ensure the success of the accord.