Gov Idris Suspends Political Activities In Kebbi Over Persistent Armed Banditry Attacks
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KEBBI – Following the persistent armed banditry attacks on some parts of the state, the All Progressive Congress ( APC) controlled Kebbi state government has suspended all politically related activities in the state.
The state Governor and leader of the party, Comrade Governor Nasir Idris, gave the directives on Saturday, during an expanded All Progressive Congress stakeholders forum meeting earlier scheduled to hold invited in Birnin Kebbi
The visibly disturbed Governor stormed the banquet hall of the presidential lodge, avoided the normal protocols, and announced the cancellation of the meeting and all political gatherings until further notice.
He told the party leaders that the cancellation was necessitated by the last Friday deadly armed banditry attacks in Bunza local government and recent ones in other parts parts of the state.
“As a responsible government committed to ensuring peace and protection of lives and properties, it must devote adequate time and resources to confront the unfortunate security challenges ”
He disclosed that just last week, with the backing of the Defence Headquarters, adequate support from the state government and community, combined teams of the army and airforce succeeded in not only killing a large number but also repelled several attempted attacks in Kebbi South, assuring that the tempo would be sustained until the desired results are achieved.
The Governor revealed in view of the persistent attacks, the government has worked out a strategic plan, aimed at strengthening the capacity of the troops through continuous consultation, information gathering and sharing among the security agencies, community leaders, and heads of relevant state government agencies, including himself in order to ensure effective operations across the state.
Already seated at the venue for the meeting included members of the National and State Assemblies, ministers, national officers of the party, Commissioners, Chairmen and members of the state’s Boards and commissions, elders, Special Advisers and the leadership of the party from the ward, local government, and state levels.
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