Tinubu says savage killing of Sokoto monarch won’t go without decisive response

Tinubu says savage killing of Sokoto monarch won’t go without decisive response

President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death Isa Bawa, head of Gatawa district in Sabon Birni LGA of Sokoto.

Bawa was said to have passed away in the captivity of his abductors.

This was contained in a statement on Wednesday, Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson.

The president described “the savage attack on the traditional ruler as deeply disturbing and a heinous act that will not go without a decisive response.”

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The president also condemned the tragic circumstances leading to the monarch’s demise.

“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.”

Tinubu says savage killing of Sokoto monarch won’t go without decisive response