Emir of Argungu dismisses fake report on alleged Secret Airstrip
The Emir of Argungu, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera, has dismissed as false, mischievous, and a product of imagination the viral report alleging the existence of a secret airstrip used for drug smuggling in the Argungu area of Kebbi State.
Speaking from his palace in Argungu,the revered traditional ruler expressed deep concern over the circulation of such a fabricated story, which he described as an attempt to malign the good image of Argungu Emirate and Kebbi State as a whole.
The Emir explained that Argungu’s Sahelian terrain, characterized by open farmlands and sparse vegetation, makes it geographically impossible for any hidden forest or secret airstrip to exist within its vicinity.
“Anyone familiar with Argungu knows that our land is flat and open. There is no forest thick enough to conceal any airstrip or illegal activity of that nature,” he emphasized.
Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera revealed that when the report first surfaced about a week earlier, he had initially ignored it, considering it too ridiculous to warrant attention. However, as the video continued to circulate widely, and was even forwarded to him by the Sultan, he decided it was necessary to issue a formal statement to prevent silence from being misinterpreted as acceptance.
He categorically described the story as fake news, totally unfounded, and devoid of any iota of truth. The Emir urged members of the public to disregard the malicious claims and avoid spreading content from unverified online sources that seek to create confusion and discredit law-abiding communities.
While commending the Kebbi State Government, security agencies, and the NDLEA for promptly investigating and refuting the allegation, the Emir reaffirmed his commitment to peace, truth, and development.
He also called on journalists and social media users to embrace professionalism and verification before publishing or sharing any report that could damage reputations or undermine public confidence.
The Emir concluded by assuring that Argungu Emirate remains peaceful and fully supportive of all government efforts toward sustaining security and stability in Kebbi State and Nigeria in general.
