An Islamic cleric has rejected calls for reconciliation with bandits, insisting that criminal groups terrorising Nigerians should face decisive action instead of negotiation.
In a viral post, the cleric was quoted as saying that bandits “do not deserve any reconciliation,” amid growing anger over killings, kidnappings and attacks on communities across the country.
His comment comes as Nigerians continue to demand stronger security action from the federal government, state governments and security agencies following repeated cases of abductions, including attacks on students, teachers, travellers and rural communities.
The statement has sparked reactions online, with many Nigerians agreeing that banditry should not be treated with softness, while others warned that security responses must still follow the law and protect innocent citizens.
The debate over whether government should negotiate with bandits or confront them with full force has continued to divide public opinion as insecurity worsens in several parts of the country.
