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Infant Discovered Crying Beneath Soil in Dandi LGA, Police Investigation Ongoing
In a shocking incident in Kebbi State, a farmer, Kabiru Kamba, rescued a newborn baby girl who was buried alive in his farmland in Kamba town, Dandi Local Government Area. The discovery occurred on Friday, June 28, 2025.
TJ News Nigeria gathered that the newborn was exhumed alive after Kamba noticed a suspicious ridge while inspecting his farm.
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According to the farmer, he had arrived at his farmland when he saw an unusual heap among the regular ridges. His curiosity prompted him to seek help from nearby motorcyclists to dig up the mound. What they uncovered was a piece of wrapper buried in the soil, raising his suspicion further.
“I immediately informed the police at a nearby checkpoint, who came and dug further, only to discover a baby girl, miraculously alive and crying, shrouded in a piece of textile,” Kamba said.
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Farmer Seeks Custody Out of Compassion
Kamba disclosed that he took custody of the baby girl purely on humanitarian grounds. The Dandi Local Government Council reportedly granted him temporary custody pending the outcome of ongoing police investigations.
“In such situations, it is only normal to help,” he said.
“I didn’t expect anything in return; it’s simply a humanitarian act. Coincidentally, my wife had just given birth, so breastfeeding the baby has not been a challenge.”
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He added that plans were already in place to hold a naming ceremony for the rescued baby.
“By Allah’s will, she will be named on Wednesday. I’ve bought a ram and other essentials for the event,” he revealed.
Kamba’s wife also expressed joy and readiness to care for the rescued infant, saying she would treat the child as her own.
“I felt perfectly fine and happy when my husband told me. I will take care of her just the way I will do to my own,” she said.
State Authorities, Technical Working Group Visit Rescuer
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On Monday, the Kebbi State Technical Working Group (TWG) on Gender-Based Violence visited the family in Kamba to commend the rescue and offer support.
The delegation was led by Hajiya Rafa’atu Hammani, former Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education. During the visit, she assured the family that their observations would be conveyed to the Wife of the Governor, Hajiya Zainab-Nasare Idris, for further action.
Alhaji Nasiru Idris, Secretary of the TWG, said the purpose of the visit was to express the state’s concern over the tragic incident and gratitude for the child’s survival. He praised Kamba’s actions and reaffirmed the TWG’s commitment to supporting the family.
“This act of humanity deserves commendation. We also thank the Nigeria Police for their swift intervention and urge them to ensure the perpetrator is brought to justice,” Idris stated.
Relief Items Donated
TJ News Nigeria learnt that during the visit, the TWG delegation donated several essential items to assist the family in caring for the newborn. Items included:
- Baby clothes and powdered milk
- Diapers and a mosquito net
- Soap and detergents
- Baby bed and mattress
Investigation Continues
Police authorities are currently investigating the case to identify and prosecute those responsible for burying the newborn. The motive and identity of the perpetrator remain unknown as of the time of filing this report.
This incident has drawn widespread attention across Kebbi State, with residents and government officials praising Kamba for his selfless action.
TJ News Nigeria will continue to monitor the investigation and provide updates as more details emerge.
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