Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - Following last Sunday’s deadly attack by the Lakurawa terrorist sect, which claimed at least 13 lives in Birnin Dede, Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State, the state government has called for the immediate deployment of troops to the area.
The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Nasir Idris, Ahmed Idris,
confirmed this development in an exclusive interview.
He stated that Idris recently convened a high-level security meeting
with top security officers in the state to address the rising insecurity in the
region.
“The state government is deeply concerned about the safety and
well-being of our people. Governor Idris has directed security agencies to take
all necessary measures to restore peace and stability in Arewa Local
Government.
“The deployment of troops is part of a broader strategy to curb
insecurity and reassure residents of our commitment to their safety,” he said.
He further emphasised that the government was working tirelessly to
ensure every citizen could live without fear.
Meanwhile, residents of Arewa Local Government have expressed mixed
feelings over the security situation.
A resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the harrowing
experience of the Lakurawa attack, which has left the community deeply anxious.
“Since the attack, we have been living in fear. Many people are afraid
to go about their daily activities, and some have even fled to neighboring
communities for safety,” he lamented.
He urged the government to expedite the deployment of security forces to
prevent further attacks.
“We need security personnel as soon as possible. The people of Arewa
cannot afford another attack. We urge the government to act swiftly to protect
us,” he added.
The planned deployment of troops is expected to bring relief to
residents and reinforce the government’s determination to combat insecurity in
the state.
In response to the attack, the Kebbi State Police Command announced the
immediate deployment of a tactical team to the community.
According to a statement issued by the Command’s spokesman, CSP Nafiu
Abubakar, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Sani, the force
acted swiftly upon receiving the distress report.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M. Sani, promptly mobilized to the
scene for an on-the-spot
“During his visit, he engaged with security personnel, including the
Police, Army, Civil Defense, and local vigilante groups, already deployed to
combat criminal activities in the area.
“Expressing strong condemnation of the attack, CP Bello M. Sani
immediately reviewed the security architecture of the region.
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