Operatives of the Kebbi State Police Command have rescued two kidnapped victims unharmed after a fierce gun battle with bandits in Ribah.
According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Nafiu Abubakar, the rescue operation took place on August 15, 2025.
The operation occurred around 3:05 p.m. during an aggressive patrol in Dankade village.
It was conducted in Ribah district, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area.
“The joint team, which comprised police officers, vigilantes, and local hunters, was led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Ribah,” the statement read.
“The operatives engaged the bandits in a gun duel that lasted for hours before successfully rescuing 26-year-old Tukur Bello of Kembawa village, Augie LGA, and 25-year-old Isyaka Abubakar of Budun village, Gummi LGA, Zamfara State.”
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The victims had been abducted on August 9, 2025, while grazing their cows at Gairi forest in Zamfara State.
They were rescued unharmed and immediately taken to a medical facility for examination before being reunited with their families.
Commenting on the operation, Kebbi State Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M. Sani, said: “I commend the resilience, determination, and professionalism displayed by the DPO Ribah and his team.
“They have set a standard for aggressive patrols and visibility policing across the state.”
He further urged other Divisional Police Officers to emulate the Ribah division in safeguarding lives and property.
“The command will not relent in protecting law-abiding citizens and ensuring peace and socio-economic development in Kebbi State,” CP Sani added.
