Kebbi State is witnessing intensified security operations as police authorities launch a full-scale statewide clearance mission following a coordinated armed attack across multiple communities in Shanga Local Government Area.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the Kebbi State Police Command confirms that swift tactical responses are underway after the violent incident affecting Gebe, Kalkami, Kawara, Kasoshi, Awaye, Tungar Rini, Binuwa, and Dabe communities, which results in dozens of casualties and widespread disruption in the area.
The official statement is issued by the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Bashir Usman, who confirms that security forces are now operating under strict directives from the Inspector-General of Police to restore order and prevent further escalation of violence.
The coordinated attack, which initially triggers panic across rural settlements, leads to immediate deployment of reinforced police units, tactical teams, and intelligence officers across vulnerable zones.
Security agencies establish checkpoints and conduct joint patrols in collaboration with other forces to stabilize the affected communities and prevent further infiltration by armed groups.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the police command reports that relative calm is gradually returning to the impacted areas as operations intensify, while discreet investigations are already ongoing to track down the perpetrators behind the coordinated assault.
Authorities confirm that the clearance operation targets high-risk environments, including forests, remote settlements, border communities, and farmlands suspected of harboring criminal elements.
The operation also includes intelligence-driven stop-and-search activities, coordinated night patrols, and inter-agency collaboration designed to dismantle criminal networks operating within the state.
In a significant breakthrough, security operatives recover two AK-47 rifles along the Illo-Kamba axis, a development officials describe as evidence of the effectiveness of ongoing intelligence-led policing strategies.
The recovery boosts confidence among residents and security stakeholders as operations continue across strategic locations in the state.
Commissioner of Police, Umar M. Hadejia, urges residents to remain calm, vigilant, and supportive of ongoing security efforts aimed at restoring lasting peace in the region.
He calls on community leaders, traditional rulers, religious institutions, and youth groups to collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies by providing credible and timely information.
He emphasizes that public cooperation remains critical in tracking down armed groups and preventing further attacks on rural communities.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious movements and activities to security authorities as part of collective efforts to strengthen internal security.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the police command reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Kebbi State, stressing that the current operation will continue until all criminal elements are neutralized.
The command assures the public that strategic deployments remain active in all affected areas, with enhanced surveillance and intelligence monitoring to prevent recurrence of attacks.
Security agencies also reaffirm their resolve to sustain pressure on criminal networks through continuous raids, patrols, and targeted operations across identified hotspots.
The statement highlights that inter-agency cooperation remains central to the success of the ongoing clearance mission, as all security formations work together under unified command coordination.
Authorities further encourage citizens to maintain confidence in security operations and avoid spreading unverified information that could undermine ongoing efforts.
Emergency contact lines are made available for quick reporting of incidents, reinforcing the importance of community participation in security management.
As operations continue, security officials express optimism that sustained pressure on armed groups will lead to significant reductions in violent crime across Kebbi State.
The police command concludes that restoring peace remains a top priority, and every necessary measure is being deployed to secure communities and protect civilians.
