President Bola Tinubu has condemned the tragic circumstances leading to the death of Alhaji Isa Bawa, the District Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State
President Tinubu, in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, described “the savage attack on the traditional ruler as deeply disturbing and a heinous act that will not go without a decisive response.”
The President extended his condolences to the bereaved family, the Gobir Emirate, and the government of Sokoto State. President Tinubu prayed for the repose of the soul of the traditional ruler and comfort to his family at this difficult time.
Tinubu furthered assured “Nigerians that his administration is aggressively removing threats to ensure the security of the nation and that these desperate acts of terror will be effectively countered.”
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Before his death, the late 74 years old monarch had called on the Sokoto State Government and well-wishers to come to his rescue. In a 59-second video trending on social media, Bawa appealed for his release from the hands of his abductors. He was kidnapped alongside his son, brother and six others along the Sokoto – Sabon Birni Road.
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