Armed terrorists on Saturday night invaded Tsamiya town in Kebbi State, abducting a resident and destroying several properties, according to the state police command.
According to The PUNCH, the attackers reportedly stormed the community, firing gunshots and setting multiple structures ablaze, including a local vigilante checkpoint, a brothel, and a residential building.
A resident, identified as Alhaji Yusuf Bazamfare, was kidnapped during the attack, while several properties were damaged by fire.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Kebbi State Police Command, SP Bashir Usman, said security operatives had been deployed to the affected area to restore order and protect residents.
“The Kebbi State Police Command has deployed tactical personnel to Tsamiya Town following an attack by suspected terrorists in the late hours of June 20, 2026,” Usman said.
He explained that the Commissioner of Police ordered the immediate reinforcement of security in the community after receiving reports of the attack.
“Upon receipt of the report, the Commissioner of Police immediately directed the deployment of additional security forces to secure lives and property,” he stated.
Usman added that security agencies had commenced an investigation into the incident and were working to rescue the abducted victim and apprehend those responsible.
“A comprehensive investigation into the incident has since commenced, and efforts to rescue the kidnapped victim and track the perpetrators are ongoing,” he said.
The police assured residents of Tsamiya and neighbouring communities that security operations would continue until normalcy is restored.
“The Command assures residents of Tsamiya and environs that security operations will continue until normalcy is fully restored,” Usman added.
He also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and support security agencies with useful information that could aid ongoing operations.
