Police repel Lakurawa bandits’ invasion in Kebbi village, kill one suspect
Security forces in Kebbi State have foiled an attempted invasion by suspected bandits in Lakurawa village, killing one of the attackers during a fierce confrontation. According to police reports, the armed criminals attempted to enter the village late in the night, but officers quickly responded after receiving a distress call from residents. Their fast action […]
Police arrest three suspected gunrunners, recover AK-47, 730 rounds of ammunition in Kebbi
Security operatives in Kebbi State have arrested three suspected gunrunners and recovered dangerous weapons, including an AK-47 rifle and 730 rounds of live ammunition. The operation was carried out by the police after receiving intelligence reports on the activities of the suspects believed to be supplying arms to criminals in the region. According to police […]
Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation
The Police Command in Kebbi State has confirmed the kidnapping of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo. The incident happened on Friday night in Bagudo Local Government Area when armed men stormed the town and abducted the lawmaker shortly after he returned from observing the Isha’i prayer. According to […]
Gunmen kidnap Kebbi Deputy Speaker, Bagudu
Fear gripped residents of Bagudu town in Kebbi State on Friday night after unidentified armed men abducted the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Samaila Bagudu. The attackers reportedly stormed the town and shot into the air to scare people before seizing the lawmaker. According to reports, the Deputy Speaker was kidnapped […]
Over 10 herders reportedly killed in reprisal attack at Tilli community Kebbi
Tension has gripped Tilli community in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State following a deadly reprisal attack that claimed the lives of over ten Fulani herders. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was reportedly in response to the killing of a vigilante member by suspected Lakurawa bandits operating in the area. According to residents, […]
Northern monarchs meet in Kebbi over rising insecurity
Traditional rulers from across Northern Nigeria have gathered in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, for a crucial two-day meeting aimed at finding solutions to the worsening insecurity and other socio-economic problems affecting the region. The meeting is being led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, who serves as chairman of the Northern Traditional […]
Kebbi Assembly passes bill to establish senior secondary education board
The Kebbi State House of Assembly has approved a bill to create a Senior Secondary Education Board, aimed at improving the management and quality of senior secondary education across the state. The bill’s passage marks a significant step toward strengthening educational structures and aligning them with national standards. The bill was passed during the plenary […]
Thugs attack former AGF Abubakar Malami’s convoy in Kebbi
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and ex-Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, narrowly escaped unhurt on Monday, September 1, when suspected thugs attacked his convoy in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital. The incident happened after Malami had paid a condolence visit to a bereaved family. The attackers reportedly damaged at least 10 vehicles in his […]
Nigeria has lost pillar of stability – Tinubu mourns Emir of Zuru
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (Gomo II). He described the loss as a huge blow to Nigeria, saying the late monarch was a pillar of stability and peace. The Emir, a retired senior military officer and […]
Pastor Paul Enenche rejects N30m donation from Kebbi Governor
During a recent church crusade held in Kebbi State, something unexpected happened that caught the attention of many. Dr. Paul Enenche, the senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, turned down a generous N30 million cash donation from the state governor. The large outdoor crusade had gathered a crowd of worshippers when the governor’s representative, […]