By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Nigeria- June 21, 2026 (Series News Online)- The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that terrorists attacked Tsamiya town in the late hours of June 20, 2026, killing no one but burning down facilities and abducting a community elder.
In a statement released on Saturday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP, the police said the attackers stormed the area shooting sporadically before setting ablaze a makeshift checkpoint belonging to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, a local brothel, and the residence of one Sule Mai Goge.
“During the attack, one Alhaji Yusuf Bazamfare was kidnapped by the assailants,” SP stated.
According to the Command, the Commissioner of Police immediately ordered the deployment of tactical teams to the area upon receiving the report.
“On receipt of the report, the Commissioner of Police directed the immediate deployment of additional security operatives to restore normalcy and safeguard lives and property,” the statement read.
SP added that investigation into the incident has commenced, while efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim and apprehend the perpetrators.
“The Command assures residents of Tsamiya and environs that security operations will continue until peace is fully restored,” he said.
He urged the public to remain calm and vigilant, and promised further updates as investigations progress.
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