The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has given N50 million to support the 15 families affected by the recent bandit attack in the Mera Community of Augie Local Government Area.
The suspected bandits allegedly killed 15 people and stole over 100 cows in Mera, Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
Governor Idris in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris, portrayed the attack as a disastrous and unfortunate incident.
Represented by the Commissioner for Higher Education, Isah Abubakar-Tunga, urged the community to stay pious for the departed souls.
“On behalf of the Kebbi State Government, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Emir of Argungu, His Royal Highness Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu-Mera, and the people of Mera,” he expressed.
“We pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased and encourage the families to find comfort in God’s will.”
The governor further guaranteed that the state government is working intimately with security agencies to combat crime across Kebbi and urged the public to back these moves by providing authentic information.
