The attention of the Kebbi State Police Command has been drawn to a press release credited to the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kebbi State Branch, alleging that nine local government areas in Kebbi State are ungovernable and further calling for a boycott of courts within the State.
The Command wishes to categorically debunk this claim as false, misleading, and grossly irresponsible.
At no time or circumstance has any part of Kebbi State become ungovernable or inaccessible to law enforcement or judicial authorities.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Command wishes to clarify that the abduction of Barrister Isiaku Danjuma, a legal practitioner based in Kebbi but an indigene of Ibeto, Niger State, occurred in Ibeto, Niger State outside the jurisdiction of Kebbi State.
The victim had travelled from Niger to Abuja and merely joined the bus provided by the Kebbi State Government for those attending the investiture ceremony of Barrister Hudu Lawan, SAN. On the return journey, he alighted at Kontagora and proceeded to Ibeto, where he was unfortunately abducted.
While the Command remains deeply concerned about this regrettable incident, it is misguided and counterproductive for any professional association to issue blanket and far-reaching statements without first engaging or verifying facts from the Police or relevant security agencies.
Such statements can only serve to create unnecessary fear, embolden criminal elements, and undermine ongoing security operations.
The Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M. Sani, has assured residents of the State that Kebbi remains safe and secure, and that law-abiding citizens should go about their lawful duties without fear.
He further urged anyone with useful information that could assist the Police in the ongoing effort to combat crime to come forward with credible intelligence through established channels.
The Command reiterates its commitment to protecting lives and property, safeguarding public peace, and ensuring that criminals wherever they operate are apprehended and brought to justice.
The Command equally calls for constructive engagement and collaboration from professional bodies, community leaders, and all stakeholders in the collective fight against crime.
Finally, the Police Command calls on the abductors of Barrister Isiaku Danjuma to release him immediately, unconditionally, and unharmed.
It could be recall that In a statement signed by Aminu Hassan, ESQ, Chairman NBA Birnin Kebbi Branch, and Aminu Saidu Diri, ESQ, Branch Secretary, the branch resolved to take the following actions: boycott all courts from Tuesday, October 7 to Friday, October 10, 2025, advising its members to refrain from traveling to areas identified as terrorist hotspots, specifically naming Bagudo, Suru, Kamba, Bunza, Kangiwa, Dirin Dajin, Riba, Kanya, and Augie Local Government Areas.