Police confirm death of cleric in bandits den in Kebbi

June 9, 2026

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the reported death of an Islamic Cleric of the JIBWIS, Alhaj Muhammad Maibarga in bandits’ captivity in Koko-Besse Local Government Area of the State.

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Bashir Usman, told our correspondent that the Police is aware of the report concerning his death while in captivity.

“We are aware of reports concerning the victim’s deteriorating condition and possible death in captivity.”