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#Kebbi State

Atiku Abubakar: Kebbi Schoolgirls’ Release Not a Victory, But Proof of Security Failure

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the Federal Government’s celebration of the release of abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi State, insisting that their freedom should not be hailed as a victory but as evidence of Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.

95News•11/26/2025

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Senate Commends Tinubu, Security Agencies After Successful Hostage Rescues Amid Rising Insecurity

The Nigerian Senate has praised President Bola Tinubu and the country’s security agencies for the swift rescue of dozens of kidnap victims in Kwara and Niger States, while warning that escalating attacks on schools and places of worship demand urgent federal intervention.

95News•11/26/2025

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Tinubu Orders Full Security Cordon on Kwara Forests Amid Rising Abductions

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a total security cordon around forests in Kwara State, following a surge in kidnappings and terrorist activity. His aide, Sunday Dare, confirmed that the directive includes 24-hour aerial surveillance by the Nigerian Air Force, coordinated with ground troops, and extends to Kebbi and Niger States

95News•11/25/2025

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US Condemns Niger, Kebbi School Abductions, Demands Justice

The United States Government has strongly condemned the recent abductions of schoolchildren in Niger and Kebbi States, urging Nigerian authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice and intensify efforts to protect vulnerable communities.

95News•11/24/2025

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Kebbi Governor Questions Military Withdrawal Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has demanded an investigation into why military personnel withdrew from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, just minutes before bandits abducted 24 schoolgirls. He described the situation as deeply troubling given prior intelligence warnings of an attack

95News•11/21/2025

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UNICEF Demands Immediate Release of Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of the schoolgirls abducted in Kebbi State, condemning the attack as a grave violation of children’s rights and urging Nigerian authorities to intensify rescue efforts while ensuring schools remain safe spaces for learning.

95News•11/19/2025

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One of 25 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls Escapes, Offers Hope to Families

Authorities in Kebbi State have confirmed that one of the 25 schoolgirls abducted during a deadly attack on the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga town has escaped, providing a glimmer of hope as security forces intensify the search for the remaining captives.

95News•11/19/2025

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Security Forces Launch Rescue Operation for 25 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls

Nigerian police and military operatives have begun a massive search-and-rescue mission after armed bandits stormed a girls’ secondary school in Kebbi State, killing a staff member and abducting at least 25 students in the early hours of Monday.

95News•11/17/2025

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Kebbi Governor Commends Security Forces for Rescuing Kidnapped Deputy Speaker Samaila Muhammad-Bagudu

Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris has commended security operatives for rescuing Deputy Speaker Samaila Muhammad-Bagudu from bandits, calling the operation a victory for peace and professionalism.

95News•11/9/2025

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Kebbi Deputy Speaker Regains Freedom After Abduction by Suspected Terrorists

Kebbi Deputy Speaker Muhammad Samaila Bagudo has been released after being abducted by suspected terrorists. His freedom follows coordinated security efforts and interfaith prayers across the state.

95News•11/9/2025

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Police Confirm Abduction of Kebbi Deputy Speaker, Launch Rescue Operation

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, was abducted by suspected bandits on Friday night in Bagudo Local Government Area. The incident occurred shortly after the lawmaker observed the evening (Isha’i) prayer and was returning home. In response, security forces have deployed a combined team of police tactical units, military personnel, and local vigilantes to track down the abductors and secure his safe release. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies as the search intensifies.

95News•11/1/2025

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Soldiers neutralise 80 bandits in border clash in Kebbi State

About 80 bandits were neutralised during the encounter, and several motorcycles were recovered alongside two abductees.” — State security director Abdulrahaman Usman

95News•10/26/2025