Former Vice President and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar (Waziri Adamawa), has extended his deepest condolences to the family of the abducted and slain District Head in Gobir. In a poignant message shared on his official social media X platform, Atiku expressed his sorrow and outrage over the tragedy.
The statement, which began with the somber words, “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un,” conveyed Atiku’s profound grief over the loss of the Sarkin Gobir, His Royal Highness Alhaji Isa Bawa, District Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government, Sokoto State. Atiku’s message resonated with the pain and suffering felt by the entire Gobir Emirate and the government of Sokoto State in the wake of this brutal act.
Atiku lamented the heinous violence inflicted by bandits, which claimed the life of such a respected and beloved leader. He emphasized that this tragedy is a glaring reminder of the urgent need for enhanced security measures to protect the lives and properties of all citizens.
In a scathing critique of the government’s handling of security, Atiku highlighted the failure of authorities to demonstrate adequate concern or to implement effective strategies that could prevent such devastating incidents. He stressed the imperative for the government to prioritize security in a manner that reassures citizens they are safe from the ever-present threat of violence.
“May the Almighty Allah accept the soul of Alhaji Isa Bawa and grant his bereaved family and people the fortitude to bear this immense loss,” Atiku prayed, concluding his heartfelt message. He reiterated his call for a government that is responsive and proactive in ensuring that no citizen has to live in fear of falling victim to such senseless acts.
This somber incident adds to the growing demand for urgent and comprehensive reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture, a call echoed by many leaders and citizens alike.
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