Obi condemns killing of Kano commentator, urges justice

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The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for a thorough investigation into the killing of Kano-based social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu.

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Obi made the call in a statement posted on his X account on Friday, condemning the killing and urging the Kano State Government and security agencies to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

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Dan Shagamu was killed at his residence in Gaida Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, on Monday night.

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The Kano State Police Command said two suspects had been arrested in connection with the incident.

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According to the police, the attack occurred at about 11:30pm after the Vigilante Group Commander in Gaida reported that unknown hoodlums had forcibly entered Dan Shagamu’s residence and attacked him with sharp objects.

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Police operatives from the Kumbotso Division responded and took him to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

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The command said the suspects were in custody and were being interrogated, while forensic procedures were ongoing to establish the circumstances and motive behind the attack.

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Reacting to the killing, Obi said disagreements or criticism should not be used to justify violence.

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“I am deeply saddened by the killing of social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu, in his home in Kano.

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“No disagreement, criticism, or neighbourhood dispute can ever justify the taking of a human life.

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“Those who speak up, express their opinions, or hold different views must not be made to live in fear,” Obi said.

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He urged the Kano State Government and relevant security agencies to conduct a “thorough, transparent, and impartial investigation” into the incident.

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Obi also called for all those responsible for the killing to be brought to justice, stressing that freedom of expression was guaranteed by the Nigerian Constitution.

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He expressed condolences to Dan Shagamu’s family, friends, colleagues and followers, while praying for the repose of his soul.

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The police had earlier assured residents that the investigation would be pursued to its logical conclusion and said the suspects would be charged to court after the investigation.

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