Tambuwal, Dasuki Meet Defence Minister, Details Emerge
- Former Sokoto governor Aminu Tambuwal visited Defence Minister Christopher Musa to raise alarm over attacks in Kebbe LGA and Kaya community
- The delegation pressed for increased security presence and more operational resources after suspected Lakurawa militants attacked communities
- Minister Musa assured the delegation of federal government commitment to tackling insecurity in the affected Sokoto communities
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FCT, Abuja - Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal, met with Minister of Defence Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.) over the growing security crisis in parts of Sokoto State.
Tambuwal arrived at the meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, alongside Abdussamad Dasuki, who represents the Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency and serves as Deputy Minority Leader in the House of Representatives.
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The two officials directed particular attention to Kebbe Local Government Area and the Kaya community in Tambuwal LGA, where attacks by armed groups have displaced residents and disrupted daily life.
Tambuwal's message to the defence minister
The ADC chieftain made this known in a statement posted on his X account @AWTambuwal on Friday, August 20, 2026.
The former governor said the delegation went to the meeting to put the concerns of affected communities directly before the minister.
"We conveyed the concerns of our people and stressed the urgent need for increased security presence, additional operational resources and sustained action to protect lives and property, and enable our people to pursue their livelihoods without fear."
The delegation also pushed for security agencies to maintain and deepen their operations across the affected areas so that residents can safely return to their farms, businesses and other daily routines without fear of attack.
Gen. Musa assured the delegation that the Federal Government remains committed to addressing the challenges, and pledged to provide extra resources and operational support to reinforce ongoing security efforts in the region.
Tambuwal welcomed the assurances but made clear that words must quickly give way to results on the ground.
"We appreciate these assurances and look forward to their swift translation into action on the ground."
Lakurawa attacks displace Sokoto communities
The visit comes against the backdrop of a worsening situation in the southern parts of Sokoto State, where communities have faced repeated attacks, killings and displacement blamed on suspected Lakurawa militants.
Kebbe LGA has been among the hardest hit, with residents abandoning their homes and farmlands amid fears for their safety.
In one of the more recent incidents, residents of the Ungushi community in Kebbe LGA were attacked, leaving scores of people dead.
The killings renewed calls for a stronger military presence and wider security deployments across rural communities in the area.
Tambuwal said he would keep engaging relevant authorities until the situation was resolved.
"The security and wellbeing of our people remain paramount. We will continue to engage all relevant authorities and pursue every necessary intervention until lasting peace and security are restored to our communities."
Bandits kill 21, abduct 37 in Sokoto
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that heavily armed bandits raided Tsamaye community in Sabon Birni LGA, Sokoto State, in an attack that lasted from around 9:00 p.m. Monday until after 3:00 a.m. Tuesday
About 25 people, mostly women and children, were swept away when overloaded boats capsized as villagers tried to flee across a river during the attack.
Residents said security personnel stationed in the village told local vigilantes they lacked adequate equipment and did not intervene during the raid.
Source: Legit.ng
