Police in Kebbi State say they have arrested 11 men who are suspected of doing something very wrong to a 13-year-old girl who has trouble thinking clearly. Police say the men took advantage of her many times. The girl later became pregnant and gave birth to a baby boy on July 8, 2025. This case is being treated as gender-based violence. The police say they are working to protect girls and bring everyone involved to justice.
What Happened In Kebbi
According to a statement from the Kebbi State Police Command, the arrests were made after police received trusted information in Shanga Local Government Area. On July 13, 2025, the Divisional Police Officer in Shanga led the operation that brought in 11 suspects from Tungar Giwa village. Police say the men gave the girl small amounts of money—between 200 and 500 naira—and then led her to different places where the wrong acts happened. Because she was not well and wandered the village, she was easy to mislead. The acts led to a pregnancy. The child was safely delivered.
Who The Police Arrested
Police named the suspects as: Ibrahim Bakanike, Danladi Nauyi, Danjuma Meli, Ibrahim Dankura, Ibrahim Isiaka, Masta Maishayi, Bello Muhammad, Danjuma Kodo, Aminu Isah, Zayyanu Isah, and Ahmed Usman. All are from Tungar Giwa village in Shanga LGA, Kebbi. During early questioning, police say the arrested men admitted their roles. Police also believe two more suspects are still hiding and are working to find them.
Police Action In Kebbi
Commissioner of Police Bello M. Sani has ordered the Deputy Commissioner in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department to continue the case, arrest the two missing suspects, and complete a full investigation. The police command says it is committed to fast action in all gender-based violence cases. Police urge families in Kebbi to report abuse quickly so help can come early.
KEY FACTS AT A GLANCE
- Location: Tungar Giwa village, Shanga LGA, Kebbi State.
- Victim: 13-year-old girl with mental challenges; now mother to a baby boy (born July 8, 2025).
- Arrests: 11 men in police custody; 2 more suspects being tracked.
- Cash given: Small amounts (about 200–500 naira) were used to lure the child.
- Case type: Gender-based violence under investigation by Kebbi Police.
Why This Matters For Kebbi Communities
Gender-based violence harms families, villages, and trust. When a child or person who is unwell is used or tricked, the whole community must respond. Kebbi leaders, parents, teachers, and caregivers can help by watching for changes in children, reporting concerns, and making sure people who need care are not left alone in unsafe areas. Police in Kebbi say they will listen and act.
WHAT COMMUNITIES CAN DO
- Report suspected abuse to the nearest Police station immediately.
- Support children and persons with special needs; do not leave them unprotected.
- Work with local leaders, women’s groups, and health workers to stop gender-based violence.
Conclusion
Police have already arrested 11 suspects and are searching for two more. The police command says justice will be pursued and all gender-based violence reports will be taken seriously. Protecting children is everyone’s duty.
References And Where To Learn More
For easy guides on child safety, reporting abuse, and supporting survivors, visit genderpedia.ng/shop. You will find tools that families, teachers, and community groups in Kebbi and beyond can use.
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