PodcastVestiges Of Violence

Paying Cash For Life In Northwest Nigeria

Vestiges Of Violence: Episode 32

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Paying cash for your life to be spared by terrorists, known locally as bandits, has become more rampant in Sokoto state, Northwest Nigeria. Abubakar Sanusi, a 22 year old recounts his experience, unfortunately, the same cannot be said for his friend, Farouq.


Hosted by: Hameeda Buhari

Written by:  Abiodun Jamiu  and Edited by Anita Eboigbe


Produced by: Abba Toko

Voice acting by: Aliyu Dahiru Aliyu, Muhammed Akinyemi and Abba Toko

Multimedia Editor: Anthony Asemota

Executive producer: Ahmad Salkida

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