Kebbi State Police Command has refuted claims made by the Chairman of Kebbi State branch of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), alleging that nine local government areas in the state are ungovernable.
In a statement issued on Monday by the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Nafi’u Abubakar, the Command described the assertion as false, misleading, and grossly irresponsible, insisting that no part of the state is inaccessible or beyond the control of law enforcement or judicial authorities.
Clarifying recent reports surrounding the abduction of a legal practitioner, Isiaku Danjuma, the police explained that the incident occurred in Ibeto, Niger State which is outside Kebbi’s jurisdiction.
According to the statement, Danjuma, who was based in Kebbi but hails from Niger State, had travelled to Abuja and was kidnapped in Ibeto while returning from an event in Abuja.
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While expressing concern over the abduction, the Command condemned what it called NBA’s “blanket and far-reaching statements,” warning that such remarks could cause unnecessary panic, embolden criminals, and undermine ongoing security efforts.
The State Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani assured residents that Kebbi remains peaceful and safe for law-abiding citizens and urged the public to disregard misleading reports and to continue their daily activities without fear, while also encouraging citizens to provide useful intelligence to aid the Police in fighting crime.
The police further called for constructive engagement and collaboration with professional bodies, community leaders, and stakeholders in the collective effort to combat crime across the state.
In conclusion, the Command appealed to the abductors of Barrister Isiaku Danjuma to release him immediately, unconditionally, and unharmed.
(Editor: Okechukwu Eze)
