Isa Bawa, the Emir of Gobir, was killed by gunmen
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Isa Bawa, head of Gatawa district in Sabon Birni LGA of Sokoto.
Bawa died on Tuesday after three weeks in captivity.
In a statement on Wednesday, Ajuri Ngelale, the president’s spokesperson, said Tinubu described “the savage attack on the traditional ruler as deeply disturbing and a heinous act that will not go without a decisive response”.
He also condemned the tragic circumstances leading to the monarch’s demise.
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“The President extends his profound condolences to the bereaved family, the Gobir Emirate, and the government of Sokoto State,” Ngelale said.
“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the traditional ruler and comfort to his family at this difficult time.”
Tinubu 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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