Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Tambuwal, has condemned the renewed attacks by bandits and terrorists across parts of the state, calling for urgent and coordinated action to protect residents. The attacks have reportedly resulted in deaths, abductions, cattle rustling and the displacement……
Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Tambuwal, has condemned the renewed attacks by bandits and terrorists across parts of the state, calling for urgent and coordinated action to protect residents.
The attacks have reportedly resulted in deaths, abductions, cattle rustling and the displacement of innocent residents in several communities.
Senator Tambuwal, in a statement, expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation and condoled with the people of Kebbe Local Government Area over the killing of Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP Hussaini Balarabe, who was reportedly killed during a fierce gun battle with armed bandits on Tuesday.
Describing the killing as “deeply painful and unacceptable,” the former governor said the loss of every innocent life remained an irreparable tragedy for families and communities.
He also sympathised with residents of Shagari Local Government Area following renewed terrorist attacks that have subjected communities to fear and insecurity, including the abduction of residents and rustling of livestock.
Tambuwal extended his condolences to the people of Sabon Birni Local Government Area, where communities have continued to experience deadly attacks, killings and abductions by armed groups.
He said the recurring attacks across the affected local government areas posed not only a threat to lives and property but also a serious challenge to agriculture, commerce and the socio-economic wellbeing of rural communities.
The senator commended security personnel for their courage and dedication in confronting armed criminal groups despite the risks involved.
He urged the federal and state governments, as well as security agencies, to strengthen intelligence gathering, surveillance and rapid-response capabilities while sustaining military and police operations in vulnerable communities.
Tambuwal also called for intensified efforts to rescue all persons still in captivity and ensure that those responsible for the attacks are apprehended and prosecuted.
“I urge our security agencies not to relent until every person held in captivity is rescued. Those responsible for these heinous crimes must be identified, arrested, and made to face the full weight of the law,” he said.
He appealed to residents to continue supporting security agencies by providing credible and timely information, while urging traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders to strengthen cooperation in the collective effort to restore peace across the affected areas.
“Security is a collective responsibility. Government, security agencies, traditional institutions, community leaders, and citizens must work together and share credible information to defeat the forces of criminality threatening our communities,” Tambuwal said.
The senator prayed for the repose of those killed in the attacks, the speedy recovery of those injured and the safe return of persons still in captivity.
He also prayed for lasting peace, security and stability to return to Kebbe, Shagari, Sabon Birni and other communities affected by banditry and terrorism in Sokoto State.
“May Almighty Allah grant eternal rest to those who lost their lives, comfort their families, protect those still in captivity, and restore lasting peace to our communities. The people of Sokoto deserve to live in peace, security, and dignity,” the statement concluded.
