FG Establishes Rehabilitation Camp for Bandits and Terrorists

New Initiative: FG’s Rehabilitation Camp for Criminals

The Nigerian government has been proactive in addressing the challenges posed by insurgency and banditry through various rehabilitation initiatives. One such program, Operation Safe Corridor, focuses on the deradicalization, rehabilitation, and reintegration of former Boko Haram militants.

As of recent reports, over 2,100 ex-combatants have graduated from this program, which is managed by the National Orientation Agency.

While these efforts have primarily targeted Boko Haram members, there is a growing recognition of the need to address banditry in northwestern Nigeria. The region has witnessed an alarming rise in armed bandit activities, leading to significant security challenges.

The government’s current rehabilitation programs could potentially serve as models for developing similar initiatives tailored to address the unique challenges posed by bandit groups.

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