By Abdullahi Tukur | Nigeria News Today
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the successful rescue of two kidnapped victims following a coordinated operation involving police officers, local vigilantes and hunters in the Ribah district of Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area.
According to a statement made available to The Bureau News by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Nafiu Abubakar, the rescue operation took place on Friday, around Dankade village, after the security team engaged heavily-armed bandits in a prolonged gun duel.
The victims — Tukur Bello (26) of Kembawa village, Augie LGA (Kebbi State) and Isyaka Abubakar (25) of Budun village, Gummi LGA (Zamfara State) — were reportedly kidnapped on 9 August 2025 while grazing their cattle in Gairi forest, Zamfara State.
Both men were rescued unharmed and have since been taken to a medical facility for evaluation before being reunited with their families.
Commissioner Applauds Security Operatives
The statement added that the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M. Sani, commended the determination, resilience and professionalism displayed by the Divisional Police Officer in Ribah and his team.
The Commissioner encouraged other DPOs to emulate the Ribah Division by conducting aggressive patrols and visibility policing along highways and forest areas in order to curb banditry and other criminal activities.
He also reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property across Kebbi State.
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