The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Sunday urged residents of Faruruwa community in Shanono Local Government Area to intensify vigilance and strengthen cooperation with security operatives to halt persistent attacks linked to invading gunmen from neighbouring Katsina State.
Emir Sanusi gave the charge when he visited Faruruwa community where bandit incursions have surged in recent months, leaving residents in distress and security agencies under pressure.
He said, “For months now, we have witnessed increased attacks in villages bordering Katsina—bandits coming in to rustle cattle, kill innocent people and kidnap men and women”.
Sanusi said his visit was aimed at consoling residents, reaffirming government commitment, and encouraging local support for ongoing military operations.
“It is our responsibility to see our people, sympathise with them, and reassure them that the state government and security agencies are doing everything possible,” he stated.
According to the monarch, the state government has deployed additional personnel, vehicles and logistics to secure vulnerable communities.
He also encouraged communities to integrate vigilante structures into the broader security framework.
“You can already see increased movement of the army and police. We also encourage you to strengthen your vigilantes to protect your villages,” he added.
The Emir also cautioned neighbouring Katsina communities against engaging in peace deals with bandits that could embolden criminals to strike Kano border villages and retreat across state lines.
In his remarks, the Chairman of Faruruwa Security Community Forum, Alhaji Yahya Bagobiri, hailed the Emir’s intervention and visit, saying the visit triggered rapid deployment of more armed soldiers across their flashpoints.
“Today we have soldiers stationed at all major entry points. This has given us confidence and allowed us to sleep with our eyes closed,” he said.
