English Alhaji Warns of Bandit Threats After Video Call

Popular Nigerian digital creator English Alhaji has expressed concerns for his safety after receiving a threatening video call from armed bandits. He shared this alarming incident on his Instagram account, which took place just a week after he commended the youth of the Achepe community in Nasarawa State for successfully repelling a bandit raid. Following this event, he raised questions about their decision to surrender captured gunmen to the military.

In a brief video posted on Instagram, Alhaji, whose real name remains undisclosed, recounted that the bandits contacted him via WhatsApp and displayed firearms during the call. He reported their threatening message, stating, “They said, ‘Why are you telling people to kill us? If you catch us, you will do the same to us.’” Alhaji emphasized the seriousness of the attackers’ threats, highlighting the risks he now faces.