Fidelia Soriwei, Abuja
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the killing of Kano-based social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu, urging authorities to ensure that those behind the attack are brought to justice.
Obi made the appeal in a statement posted on his X account on Friday following the death of the commentator, who was attacked at his residence in Gaida Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State.
The former Anambra State governor described the incident as disturbing and stressed that differences in opinion should never result in violence or loss of life.
“I am deeply saddened by the killing of social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu, in his home in Kano.
“No disagreement, criticism, or neighbourhood dispute can ever justify the taking of a human life.
“Those who speak up, express their opinions, or hold different views must not be made to live in fear,” Obi said.
He urged the Kano State Government and security agencies to carry out what he described as a “thorough, transparent, and impartial investigation” into the circumstances surrounding the killing.
Obi also called for everyone connected to the crime to be identified and prosecuted, noting that freedom of expression remains a constitutional right that must be protected.
He further extended condolences to the deceased’s family, friends, colleagues and supporters, while praying for the peaceful repose of his soul.
The Kano State Police Command had earlier confirmed that Dan Shagamu was attacked at about 11:30 p.m. on Monday after suspected assailants allegedly forced their way into his residence and assaulted him with sharp objects.
Police operatives from the Kumbotso Division responded to the incident and rushed the victim to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor.
The command disclosed that two suspects had been arrested in connection with the killing and were assisting investigators.
According to the police, the suspects remain in custody while interrogation and forensic investigations continue to determine the motive and full circumstances surrounding the attack.
The command assured residents that the case would be thoroughly investigated and that suspects found culpable would be charged to court at the conclusion of investigations.
