Soldiers Repel Attack On Kebbi Community
Soldiers from the 223 Light Battalion, Nigerian Army, Zuru, have successfully repelled an attack on Ribah, Danko Wasagu Local Government, Kebbi State by the bandits.
Zuru is located in Kebbi State.
The incident occurred on Wednesday and it involved over 400 armed bandits who had sought to overrun the area.
A fierce gun battle ensued between the troops and the attackers, resulting in the elimination of many of the bandits while some of the assailants managed to retrieve the corpses of their fallen comrades, others were left behind along with a cache of recovered weapons.
The Director of Security in the Cabinet Office, Alhaji AbdulRahman Zagga, confirmed the development in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday while commending the bravery and resilience of the Nigerian Army in successfully repelling the attack.
He explained that although the large number of bandits initially posed a serious threat, the superior combat skills and determination of the troops turned the tide in their favor.
He also acknowledged the swift intervention of the Nigerian Air Force, whose fighter jet provided critical air support, bombing fleeing bandits and inflicting heavy casualties.
‘Alhough the gunfire caused initial panic and confusion within the community, the situation has since been brought under control and normalcy fully restored.
The bandits were suspected to be the same group that recently launched an attack in Niger State. They had crossed into Kebbi to carry out another attack, which was ultimately foiled, an outcome that highlights the effectiveness of the proactive security measures put in place by Governor Nasir Idris’ a statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com on Thursday by Governor Nasir Idris’ Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yahaya Sarki quoted Zagga as saying.
In separate incident on the same day, troops from Dukku Barracks also repelled an attack on Mera, Augie Local Government, by the Lakurawa bandits .
The bandits reportedly attempted to rustle cattle but were met with strong resistance from the Nigerian Army, forcing them to retreat.
Governor Nasir Idris has expressed deep appreciation and praised the gallant efforts of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies involved in the two operations.
He restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening security across the state and providing continued support for all security formations, especially those operating in frontline areas.
Recall that just two days earlier, a joint security team in Kebbi State had successfully rescued six abducted persons and intercepted herds of cattle rustled from Kokanawa and Ukuhu communities in Danko Wasagu LGA–Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
