The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, has broken his silence on the security situation in Kebbi State, issuing a strong directive to his subjects to take up arms legally and defend themselves against rampaging bandits.
The prominent traditional ruler delivered this charge during an emergency security meeting held at his palace in Argungu. The session was attended by district heads, village chiefs, and ward leaders from across the emirate.
Addressing the traditional leaders, the monarch expressed deep worry over how easily local communities are being overrun by armed groups, stating that the current situation requires urgent civic action.
The traditional ruler explained that the sheer scale of the security crisis in the North West has overstretched national security agencies. Because security forces cannot be everywhere at once, the monarch advised residents to explore lawful alternatives.
He suggested that communities should pool their financial resources to acquire legally
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