Kebbi dismisses claims of abandoning communities to bandits

The Kebbi State Government has strongly refuted allegations of abandoning communities to bandits and terrorists, labeling the claims as misleading and politically motivated. In a statement released on Saturday, the government asserted that Governor Nasir Idris is actively engaged in combating insecurity through close collaboration with security agencies and other stakeholders.

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The attention of the Kebbi State Government has been drawn to a misleading narrative being circulated by some members of the opposition, alleging that certain communities have been abandoned to bandits and terrorists.

The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ahmed Idris, stated that opposition figures are creating a false impression of the state's security situation. The government emphasized the sensitive nature of security matters, explaining that not all operational strategies or intelligence-gathering efforts can be made public. "The fact that certain actions are not publicly announced does not mean that nothing is being done," the statement read.

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Security matters are highly sensitive, and not every strategy, intelligence-gathering effort, or operational action undertaken by government can or should be discussed publicly.

Governor Idris remains committed to safeguarding lives and property, working tirelessly to address security challenges. The administration's security efforts aim to ensure residents can conduct daily activities without fear and enable farmers to return to their farmlands safely. The government urged politicians to exercise responsibility and avoid exploiting security challenges for partisan gain.

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The fact that certain actions are not publicly announced does not mean that nothing is being done.

"Addressing insecurity requires cooperation, intelligence, strategic planning and, at times, confidentiality, not the unnecessary public disclosure of every government action," the statement concluded. The government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting security agencies and fostering lasting peace, stability, and development in Kebbi State.

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His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, remains deeply committed to the safety and well-being of the people, working tirelessly every day to address security challenges across the state.