A wave of protests has erupted in Sabon Birnin Gobir following the tragic killing of the Emir of Gobir, Alhaji Isa Bawa, by bandits. The prominent traditional leader had been abducted over a month ago during a violent raid on his palace by armed assailants. Despite prolonged negotiations and widespread appeals for his release, the Emir was reportedly killed in captivity.
The Spectacles, reported that the bandits had invaded Sabon Birni and forcibly taken the Emir, subjecting him to over a month of harrowing captivity. His death has sparked outrage and mourning across Nigeria, with many seeing it as a disgrace to the nation and a profound blow to the Arewa region in particular.
In a deeply sorrowful development, the funeral prayer for the Emir was held without his body. The bandits refused to release his remains, compounding the grief of the community. The prayer, attended by hundreds, took place in Sabon Birni town on Thursday morning, where local leaders and residents gathered to pay their respects to the late Emir.
The situation remains tense as protesters demand justice and stronger security measures to prevent such tragedies from recurring. The killing of the Emir, a revered figure in the community, has highlighted the escalating security challenges in the region and has prompted calls for urgent government action.
