Allegations of sponsoring banditry have been denied by a senator. The claims were described as fabricated and motivated by politics. A statement was issued to address these allegations, which included claims of visits from bandit leaders and sponsorship for a pilgrimage.

The senator has taken legal action against those behind the allegations. Courts in Nigeria and another country are involved in this matter.

Further details about the allegations and the senator's response are available from the source publication, Vanguard.