By: Ojay Matthew
The Kebbi State Police Command has announced the rescue of six kidnapped victims unhurt following a successful operation against armed bandits in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of the state.
According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M. Sani, the operation took place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, after a gang of about twelve armed bandits attacked Ukuhu, Tungar Wazga, and Unguwar Chiroma villages, abducting ten residents.
Acting on credible intelligence, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Danko mobilized a joint team of police operatives and local vigilantes who pursued the attackers. The team reportedly intercepted the bandits at Marina village, a border community near Zamfara State, where a fierce gun battle ensued.
“The aggressive confrontation forced the bandits to abandon some of their captives and flee into the Zamfara forest with possible gunshot injuries,” the statement read.
The victims rescued during the operation include **Abubakar B. Abubakar (25), Nasiru Magawata (18), Abdul Magawata (15), Buhari Ukuhu (17), Kamalu Magawata (12), and Naziru Magawata (11) — all male residents of the affected villages. They were confirmed to be in good health and have since been reunited with their families after undergoing medical checks.
CSP Abubakar noted that search and rescue operations were ongoing to locate the remaining four abducted persons and apprehend the fleeing suspects.
Commending the swift response and professionalism displayed by the DPO and his team, CP Bello M. Sani praised their bravery and commitment to duty. He reaffirmed the Command’s dedication to ensuring the safety and security of residents across the state.
The Commissioner also called for continued cooperation between the public and security agencies, urging citizens to provide timely and credible information that could assist in preventing crime and facilitating rapid response to security threats.
“The Kebbi State Police Command remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of our people,” CP Sani assured.
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