Categories: Crimes

Bandits kidnap Kebbi Deputy Speaker

Bandits have abducted the Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, in Bagudo Local Government Area of the state.

The Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, confirmed the incident via a statement issued on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Abubakar said the deputy speaker was kidnapped at about 8:20 p.m. on Friday, October 31, after a gang of bandits stormed Bagudo town.

Abubakar disclosed that the lawmaker was abducted shortly after observing Isha’i prayer on his way home.

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He said that the command had since deployed a combined team of police tactical unit, military personnel, and vigilantes to track down the abductors and ensure safe rescue of the deputy speaker.

“The joint team is currently combing the bandits’ routes and nearby forests with a view to rescuing the lawmaker unhurt and arresting the perpetrators of the dastardly act,” the police spokesman noted.

He added that the Kebbi State Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, had reiterated the command’s determination to protect the lives and property of residents across the state.

“The CP has also appealed to members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to support the police and other security agencies to ensure peace and stability in the state,” Abubakar said.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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