By Suleiman Adamu, Senior Defence Correspondent
ABUJA, Nigeria — In a shocking twist of events, the President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, has made startling accusations against the Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule. Bodejo’s allegations, made in his confessional statement, have sent shockwaves throughout the country.
According to Bodejo, Governor Sule was the mastermind behind the establishment of the ethnic militia group, Kungiya Zaman Lafiya. This revelation comes amidst Bodejo facing serious terrorism charges, underscoring the gravity of his claims.
The Miyetti Allah leader’s confession paints a picture of collusion and manipulation at the highest levels of power. Bodejo alleges that Governor Sule personally pressured him to form the militia group, despite Bodejo’s initial reluctance.
In a chilling account, Bodejo recalls receiving a call from Governor Sule earlier this year, where the governor expressed his desire to establish a vigilante group unlike any other in the state. Bodejo claims that the governor intended to use individuals who participated in political rallies before the election and link them with the army to serve as vigilantes under his command.
Bodejo’s narrative takes a sinister turn as he describes meetings with the governor and other officials where the details of the militia group were discussed. He alleges that Governor Sule insisted on working with a specific individual, Akajo, despite Bodejo’s reservations about Akajo’s group’s activities.
The Miyetti Allah leader’s account reveals a web of deceit and manipulation, with Governor Sule allegedly exerting pressure on Bodejo to comply with his demands. Bodejo claims that funds were released by the governor for the establishment of the group, and that he was given specific instructions on how to proceed.
However, Bodejo’s tale of coercion doesn’t end there. He alleges that Governor Sule directed him to march the group to the office of the Commissioner of Police after a ceremony, indicating the governor’s desire to exert control over the militia group for his own purposes.
In response to these damning allegations, an aide to Governor Sule vehemently denied his involvement in the establishment of the Kungiya Zaman Lafiya militia group. The aide emphasized the governor’s commitment to the rule of law and urged the public to disregard Bodejo’s claims as baseless rumors.
The implications of Bodejo’s accusations are profound, casting doubt on the integrity and motives of Governor Sule. As investigations into this explosive revelation continue, the people of Nasarawa State and indeed the entire nation are left wondering about the true extent of political machinations at play.
