The Deputy Governor of Kebbi State, Umar Tafida, has debunked reports that villages in the state are under bandits’ control.
Tafida, who stated this on Tuesday, labeled the claims as mere imagination from news sources, emphasising that the state government has fortified security across communities to prevent any security breaches.
While interacting with newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, Tafida recalled an incident in Mera village, Augie Local Government Area, where bandits tragically killed 17 youths who bravely confronted the attackers.
He said despite the loss, the defenders inflicted serious injuries on some of the gunmen.
Tafida assured Kebbi residents of the government’s commitment to their safety, urging citizens to collaborate with security forces to eliminate banditry and other criminal activities.
He also restated that the administration, under Governor Idris Nasir, would continue to implement effective strategies to protect all residents.
