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From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that the Deputy Speaker, Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Sama’ila Bagudo has been kidnapped by bandits to unknown place.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command,CSP Nafiu Abubakar confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi.
According to him, “on the 31st October, 2025 at about 2020hrs, information received revealed that, a gang of armed bandits with sophisticated weapons have stormed Bagudo town, Bagudo LGA of Kebbi State, and abducted the Deputy Speaker, Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Sama’ila Bagudo m age 60 yrs, to unknown destination, shortly after observing Isha’i prayers on his way to his house.
“Upon receiving the unfortunate incident, a combined team of Police tactical units, military personnel and Vigilantes have been deployed in the area and they are currently combing the bandits’ routes and nearby forest, with a view to rescue the Honourable member unhurt and arrest the perpetrators of the dastardly act.
“In the light of the above regrettable incident, the Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M Sani had reiterated the Command’s unwavering determination in safeguarding the lives and property of the residents of Kebbi State.
“He equally appealed to the members of the public to remain vigilant and continue supporting Police operations for peace and stability to be maintained”.
