Bauchi PRP gov’ship candidate submits self to security agencies over banditry allegations
The Bauchi State governorship candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Senator Shehu Buba Umar, has voluntarily submitted himself to security agencies for investigation over allegations linking him to banditry, terrorism financing, kidnapping, and other criminal activities. Umar, who currently represents Bauchi South Senatorial District, explained that he took the step to clear his name…
Bauchi State governorship candidate, Senator Shehu Buba Umar, has voluntarily turned himself over to security forces for probing allegations of involvement in banditry, terrorism financing, kidnapping and other crimes. The Peoples Redemption Party hopeful explained he wanted to clear his name through an independent probe by the Department of State Services, Defence Intelligence Agency and Nigeria Police Force.
Senator Umar, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District, said the claims against him are not new, having emerged before in 2014. He challenged anyone with evidence to submit it directly to the relevant authorities. The lawmaker's legal team has formally requested a thorough investigation from the DSS, DIA and police. Umar's legal team has also petitioned the Nigeria Police Force and Interpol. He stated his willingness to face prosecution if investigators find credible evidence.
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