Police Foil Bandit Attack on Security Operatives in Kebbi

An attack by bandits on security personnel along the Maje border road in the Bagudo Local Government Area has been reported by the Kebbi Police Command.

This was revealed in a statement released in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday by SP Bashir Usman, the command spokesperson.

According to Usman, the attack happened on February 20 at approximately 9:45 p.m. The attackers allegedly moved with a herd of cattle to hide their approach as they advanced in the dark.

He claimed that vigilant Police Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) agents quickly engaged the assailants and compelled them to flee.

Despite several temporary security structures being damaged during the incident, Usman said, no one was killed and no injuries were reported.

He claimed that since then, border security had been strengthened and that everything was still under control.

He cited Umar Mohammed-Hadeija, the state’s commissioner of police, as advising citizens—especially herders and livestock owners—to avoid moving cattle at night in ways that criminals could take advantage of.

The commissioner stated that any suspicious movement or illegal activity related to night grazing will be met with firm and legal action by security services.

Usman further urged the public to maintain their vigilance and notify the closest police station or security formation right away of any suspicious activity.

Usman reaffirmed the Kebbi Police Command’s dedication to safeguarding people and property throughout the state.