The Governor of Katsina State, Alhaji Aminu Masari has raised an alarm over the influx of armed bandits from neighbouring Zamfara into the state.

Masari, who raised the concern on Wednesday when the Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Kabir paid him the traditional Sallah homage also urged communities in the state to expose criminals dislodged by the ongoing military operations in Zamfara.

“You know the Army and the Nigerian Air Force have launched an operation against bandits in Zamfara State. Some of the bandits have started relocating to communities around Rugu Forest in Katsina State.

“They are the rustlers and kidnappers terrorising people in the society. Expose them and their hideouts because they are of no importance other than causing trouble,” Masari said.

While urging  parents not to allow their wards to be used by politicians to ferment trouble during the 2019 general elections, the governor encouraged those who had not registered in the ongoing voter registration to do so.

“You should ensure that you register, obtain your PVC and come and vote during the 2019 general elections,” he added.

Earlier, the emir called on the people to imbibe the habit of environmental cleanliness in order to reduce disease outbreak in the state. He expressed dissatisfaction over the high incidence of drug abuse among youths and women.