The Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has said that individuals involved in terrorist activities should not be granted any form of forgiveness or rehabilitation, insisting that those who kill innocent citizens must be eliminated.
On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Abuja, Nigeria, Governor Uba Sani made the remarks during an interview on Politics Today aired on Channels Television, where he responded to questions on Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges involving terrorism and banditry. He said, “I don’t believe terrorists should be given a second chance. People who kill innocent citizens have no right to live. They must be eliminated.”
The governor made the statement while discussing persistent attacks by armed groups across parts of northern Nigeria, particularly in rural communities where kidnappings and killings have continued to occur.
He said terrorist violence has resulted in widespread loss of life and destruction of communities, adding that victims include women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
Sani stressed that such acts of violence cannot be justified under any circumstances and should attract the strongest possible response from the state.
He said his position was based on the belief that individuals who deliberately take innocent lives should not be considered for reintegration into society.
The governor also referred to the emotional and social impact of repeated attacks on communities in Kaduna State, where residents have experienced years of insecurity linked to armed groups.
He noted that rural areas have been particularly affected by attacks on villages, farming settlements, and transport routes.
Security operations in Kaduna have involved joint efforts by military and police forces aimed at reducing the presence of armed groups in forested areas.
Sani said his administration continues to support security agencies with logistics, intelligence coordination, and community engagement.
He added that collaboration between local communities and security forces remains essential in addressing ongoing threats.
The governor distinguished between individuals who surrender voluntarily and those who continue to engage in violent attacks, suggesting that only those who genuinely renounce violence should be considered for any form of reintegration.
He said the state must prioritise the protection of innocent lives above all other considerations.
His comments come amid continued national debate over Nigeria’s approach to counterterrorism, including whether repentant militants should be rehabilitated or prosecuted.
Some security experts support rehabilitation programmes as part of deradicalisation efforts, while others argue that individuals responsible for killings should face full legal consequences.
Kaduna State remains one of the regions most affected by insecurity in north-west Nigeria, with recurring incidents of kidnapping, banditry, and attacks on rural communities.
Residents in affected areas have repeatedly called for stronger government intervention to restore safety and allow displaced persons to return home.
The governor’s remarks reflect a hardline position within the broader national conversation on how best to address prolonged insecurity.
As of the time of reporting, there has been no official response from federal authorities regarding the governor’s comments.
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