Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasir Idris, has condemned the killing of Lafagu Village Head, Alhaji Saidu Mujeli, and pledged stronger security measures to protect residents following attacks around Kaoje in Bagudo Local Government Area.
In a statement, the governor expressed sadness over the incidents in Lafagu and Buya communities, which reportedly caused loss of lives and forced some residents to flee their homes.
Government Working With Security Agencies
Idris said his administration was working with security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible for the attacks, adding that the suspects would face the full force of the law.
He said arrangements were being intensified to strengthen security operations in the affected communities and protect lives and property.
“I received with profound sadness and deep concern the unfortunate incidents that occurred around Kaoje, particularly in the Lafagu and Buya communities, which resulted in the loss of lives, including the death of the Village Head of Lafagu, Alhaji Saidu Mujeli,” the governor said.
He prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and asked Allah to grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus.
Governor Sends Condolences to Kaoje Leaders
The governor extended his condolences to the District Head of Kaoje, Alhaji Mustapha Usman Kaoje, and the Sarkin Yamma of Kaoje, Alhaji Yakubu Abubakar Kaoje, over the losses suffered by their communities.
He assured the traditional leaders that the state government would continue providing logistics and other support to security agencies as efforts to restore peace continue.
Displaced Residents Urged to Remain Calm
Idris expressed concern for residents who had been forced to abandon their homes, farmlands, businesses and other sources of livelihood because of the insecurity.
He said the government was working with security agencies to create conditions for their safe return and the resumption of normal social and economic activities.
The governor urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, peaceful and law-abiding. He also called on community leaders and residents to share relevant information with security agencies to support investigations and help apprehend those responsible.
Idris reiterated his administration’s commitment to protecting residents and restoring lasting peace in the affected areas.
The latest developments come amid wider security concerns in Kebbi. The Bureau Journal has reported on the state government’s security meeting convened by Governor Idris and food assistance efforts in Kebbi.
Further coverage includes Kebbi’s development priorities, the state government’s treasury operations and Kebbi’s revenue and tax reform initiatives.
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