Title: Hero Farmer Rescues Newborn Buried Alive in Kebbi, Offers to Raise Her as His Own Date Published: 30 June 2025 Description: A farmer in Kebbi State, Kabiru Kamba, is being hailed as a hero after he rescued a newborn baby girl buried alive in his farmland in Kamba, Dandi Local Government Area. The emotional incident unfolded on Friday, when Kabiru noticed an unusual mound of soil while working on his land. “I was curious about the ridge, so I stopped some motorcyclists and asked them to help dig,” Kabiru recalled. “We uncovered a piece of cloth, and I immediately alerted nearby police officers. They arrived and dug further, only to find a baby girl, miraculously still alive and crying.”The baby, wrapped in fabric and buried beneath the earth, was rescued just in time. In a gesture of pure compassion, Kabiru offered to care for the infant and has since taken full responsibility for her well-being. “It was purely a humanitarian decision. My wife had just given birth, so breastfeeding the child has not been a challenge,” he said, revealing that a naming ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday.Kabiru’s wife expressed joy at welcoming the rescued baby into their home, affirming her commitment to raise the child as her own.The story quickly drew the attention of community leaders and state officials. A delegation led by Hajiya Hammani visited the family, praised the farmer’s swift action, and assured that the Wife of the Governor, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Idris, would be briefed for further intervention.Alhaji Nasiru Idris, Secretary of the Technical Working Group, also commended Kabiru’s courage and prayed for the child’s continued survival. He confirmed that the police have launched an investigation to uncover those behind the disturbing act.To support the family, the delegation presented relief materials, including baby clothes, powdered milk, diapers, a mattress, soap, a baby bed, and a mosquito net.This heart-stirring story has captured national attention, sparking outrage over the cruelty of the act but also admiration for one man\'s selfless bravery.— Gist Reports  Attached Images: ea3a09c9a48d5abbe1f31198d9db0b8ca8e9ef38a2d07bf924255f5a9088821a.jpg Attached Video: None