Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has visited the Kafin Duguri community in Alkaleri Local Government Area of the state to commiserate with families following a fatal bandit attack.
According to the Bauchi State Police Command, a Joint Task Force base in Gwana District, left two soldiers of the 33 Artillery Brigade, and a member of the local vigilante group dead.
During the visit, Governor Bala Mohammed delivered condolences from President Tinubu, promising federal support.
While commending local residents for forcing over 100 armed bandits to retreat, Governor Mohammed announced plans for enhanced security measures in the Alkaleri Local Government Area to combat renewed attacks.
The Governor emphasized a commitment to strengthening security partnerships and ensuring regional stability.
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I visited the Kafin Duguri community in Alkaleri Local Government Area following the tragic bandit attack that claimed the lives of four residents of Kafin Duguri.
It was a painful and deeply unfortunate incident, especially as it happened in my home area of Duguri. I met with grieving families and community members to share in their sorrow and to assure them that they are not alone in this difficult time.
I conveyed the condolences of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the affected families and informed them that I had personally briefed him in Abuja. The President has assured us of the Federal Government’s support to strengthen security and prevent further attacks.
While Bauchi State has made significant progress in curbing banditry across Toro, Ningi, Ganjuwa, and Jama’are, the renewed attacks around Duguri are a serious concern that demands urgent and decisive action.
I commend the bravery of our local vigilantes and residents who confronted over 100 armed bandits on motorcycles and forced them to retreat. Their courage is a testament to the resilience of our people.
My administration will continue working closely with federal security agencies and our traditional institutions to reinforce protection in vulnerable communities. We have already requested additional security personnel and operational equipment to strengthen our response capacity.
Security is a shared responsibility. I urge all residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements to security agencies, as community cooperation is critical in addressing insecurity.
We will not relent in our commitment to safeguarding lives and restoring lasting peace across our state.
