Kwankwaso calls for probe into killing of social media commentator
Former governor of Kano State and Vice Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has demanded a probe into the killing of renowned social media political commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu. In a statement posted on his official Facebook page late Wednesday, Kwankwaso described the murder as a “horrific attack” and […]
Former Kano State Governor and NDC Vice Presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the murder of prominent social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu. In a statement on Facebook, Kwankwaso described the killing as a "horrific attack" and demanded that Governor Abba Yusuf's administration promptly set up an investigation panel to identify the perpetrators.
If the current administration fails to act decisively, Kwankwaso warned that the NDC government would reopen the case should they win the 2027 elections. The opposition leader also urged both state and federal authorities to protect freedom of expression and ensure the protection of opposition voices. Dan Shagamu, a 54-year-old father of six, was found dead in his home in Gaida, Kumbotso LGA, prompting widespread outrage.
Amnesty International has also condemned the killing, warning of increasing threats against journalists and commentators in the lead-up to the 2027 elections. The state police command has confirmed the arrest of two suspects in connection with the killing, and ongoing investigations will determine their fate.
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