The police spokesperson said that operatives were deployed to the scene at about 9:00 a.m. on Friday and recovered six bodies.
Mr Abiodun said the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, when the assailants reportedly rustled some cattle and set several shops ablaze.
The governor added that a joint security team was already on the trail of the terrorists to rescue the abducted victims.
Mr Baba-Arah noted that the boat was carrying passengers estimated to be around 100, including goods, grains, and other valuables.
Mr Danmadami said the attack was repelled in a coordinated land and air operations which led to the killing of six terrorists and capture of 18 others.
People who found out that my father-in-law is Igbo used to say my criticism of the Buhari regime was inspired by connubial solidarity with the Igbo.
The district head was kidnapped from his palace on Saturday night.
Federal government says the disobedience of the ill-fated Kebbi boat operator that capsized on its way to Niger resulted in the drowning of dozens of passengers.
