The Federal Government has deployed troops to combat bandit attacks and related violent activities in Katsina State.
The State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari disclosed this during a radio Hausa media chat in Katsina on Saturday.
Masari said that troops of soldiers from the state and Federal Government will be deployed to Katsina to combat bandit activities in state.
He also stressed security matters were not under his control but handled by the Federal government, which is in control of the military and other armed forces.
He added that FG provides their weapons and logistics needed to defend the country
Masari also hinted the lockdown order will be relaxed from next week for residents to celebrate the forthcoming Sallah.
