Defence Minsters Condemn Brutal Killing of Head of Gatawa, Call For Apprehension of Criminals Behind Act

The Minister's of Defence Mohammed Badaru and Dr. Bello Matawalle have condemned the brutal killing of the Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto state Alhaji Isa Bawa, calling on the security agencies to capture those behind it. 

"The killing of Alhaji Isa Bawa of Gatawa District is a senseless and brutal act that will not be tolerated, We will do everything in our power to ensure that those responsible are held accountable." they stated 

This is contained in a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike. 

The Minister of Defence. Mohammed Badaru called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the person's responsible for the gruesome killing of the Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Alhaji Isa Bawa. 

Badaru who condemned the act in strongest terms described it as wicked and unimaginable also assured that the Nigerian military will leave no stone unturned in bringing them to justice. 

Dr. Matawalle directed the Chief of Defence Staff to immediately launch a thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.

He assured the public that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will leave no stone unturned in fishing out the perpetrators of this heinous crime and bringing them to justice.

The Ministers reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu administration to fully support the Nigerian Armed Forces in their efforts to combat insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of terrorism.

"We are working tirelessly with the Nigerian Armed Forces and other Security agencies to ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians,"

 "The recent flashes of kidnapping are signs that the kidnappers' days are numbered. They will soon be defeated totally."

They commiserated with family of the late District Head, the people of Gatawa, and the entire Sokoto State Government, assuring the family members of other kidnapped victims that everything possible is being done to secure their release safely.