20 KILLED AS GUNMEN ATTACK KEBBI COMMUNITY
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By: Muftau Fatimo
At least 20 people were reportedly killed following an attack by suspected bandits on Fesken Rafi community in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The Kebbi State Government expressed sadness over the incident, describing the attack as unfortunate and extending condolences to the families of those who lost their lives as well as residents of the affected community.
Speaking during a condolence visit on Saturday while leading a high-level government delegation, the Deputy Governor of Kebbi State, Senator Umar Tafida, assured residents of the government’s continued commitment to tackling insecurity and safeguarding lives and property across the state.
He announced that additional security personnel and operational resources would be deployed to the area to strengthen security operations, restore normalcy, and prevent further attacks.
“We share in your grief and remain committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Kebbi State,” the deputy governor said during the visit.
“We share in your grief and remain committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Kebbi State,” the deputy governor said during the visit.
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The Chairman of Arewa Local Government Area, Sani Tela, and the member representing Arewa Constituency in the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Nuradeen Kangiwa, told the delegation that the attack occurred a few days ago and resulted in significant loss of life.
They commended Governor Nasir Idris for the administration’s ongoing efforts to combat insecurity and for its swift response to the plight of affected communities.
Traditional leaders, including the Dikkon Kabi, Alhaji Kabiru Sulaiman, who represented the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammad Mera, and the District Head of Bui, Alhaji Abubakar Dan-Malam, also lauded the government’s intervention.
The traditional rulers appealed for the construction of a road linking the Fesken Rafi community to the main highway, noting that improved access would enhance security response, facilitate economic activities, and improve the living conditions of residents.
The latest attack underscores the persistent security challenges confronting rural communities in parts of Kebbi State, despite ongoing efforts by security agencies and the state government to curb banditry and related criminal activities.
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