Kidnapped Sokoto District Head Cries For Rescue from Den
The kidnapped Sarkin Gobir of Gatawa District in Sokoto State has cried out for help from the den of bandits, who have been carrying out attacks and kidnapping people for ransom in the northwestern region.
Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa was seen in a video that the kidnappers released on Saturday. The traditional ruler was kidnapped along with his son in July at Kwanar Maharba. They were travelling from Sokoto to their hometown (Sabon Birni) when the bandits attacked and abducted them.
According to Sahara Reporters, “The bandits on sighting the Emir’s vehicle, started shooting guns which resulted in the tires of the vehicle bursting, and the driver losing control of the car. This forced the car to suddenly stop,” Gobir, one of his sons had said.
“The bandits abducted the district head and his driver who happens to be his biological son.”
The abductors few days after the incident requested the sum of N1 billion as ransom for the release of the victims.”
In the video, the monarch, who has lost all his regalia was seen speaking in Hausa. He explained pitiably how the terrorists have treated them. He then called on the government to rescue him and others.
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