Residents of Kebbe town in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State are facing renewed security concerns after suspected bandits reportedly demanded ₦40 million from the community and threatened to attack if the money is not paid.
According to local sources, the attackers initially gave residents five days to raise the money before extending the deadline following appeals from community members.
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed receiving information about the reported threat. Police spokesperson, DSP Ahmed Rufai, said the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit had begun working on the intelligence.
He said the suspected bandits had subsequently extended the deadline to Sunday, giving residents more time to meet their demand.
The development has heightened anxiety in Kebbe, with residents fearing a possible attack if the money is not raised before the new deadline.
The ADC governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Hon. Manir Dan’iya, described the situation as serious and urged the state and federal governments to act swiftly to protect residents.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Dan’iya said the reported levy reflected the growing influence of criminal groups over communities and their economic activities.
He appealed to Governor Ahmed Aliyu and the Federal Government to immediately strengthen security in Kebbe and ot
