Kebbi plans military base after Bagudo attacks displace residents

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has announced plans to establish a military base in communities affected by recent bandit attacks in Bagudo Local Government Area, saying the measure will strengthen security and support the return of displaced residents. The governor made the announcement on Saturday during a condolence visit to the District Head of Kaoje, Mustapha Adamu. The visit followed attacks in which the Village Head of Lafagu and other residents were killed, according to a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris.

The PUNCH reported that gunmen killed and beheaded the village head. State police spokesman SP Bashir Usman confirmed the incident but did not identify the traditional ruler. Usman said police had arrested some suspects and would provide further information after investigations.

Idris said the proposed base was part of measures to provide a stronger security presence in the affected communities and prevent further attacks. He said his administration was working with security agencies to track those responsible and restore normal conditions. The governor also visited camps housing people displaced by the violence.

He assured residents that the state would continue supporting them until they could safely return to their villages, while saying the government was working to ensure their protection. Idris urged residents to remain calm and share credible information about suspicious people or activities with security personnel. He also warned against self-help or taking the law into their own hands, saying the state would continue working with security agencies towards a lasting solution.

Adamu thanked the governor for visiting the affected community and condemned the attacks as “un-Islamic and inhumane”. He also expressed support for the steps announced to address insecurity.