YOLA — The Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Mr. Boss Mustapha, has condemned in strong terms the killing of Hon. Ishaya BabaKano, Deputy Leader Song Local Government Legislative Council in Adamawa state by yet-to-be identified gunmen.
The lawmaker’s son who was shot during the attack is reportedly recuperating in a hospital.
The deceased who represents Gudu/Mboi Ward was shot dead by gunmen in the early hours of Saturday shortly after he was whisked away from his residence in the area.
SGF in a statement signed by the Director of Information in the Office of the SGF, Willie Bassey said Mr Mustapha assured that security agencies are being mobilized to bring the perpetrators of this dastardly act to justice.
The statement read in part: “People should remain calm and vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing timely information to avert a reoccurrence.
“While commiserating with the Government and people of Adamawa State, the deceased family, friends and associates, he prays to God to grant eternal repose to the soul of the departed”.
Meanwhile, Adamawa State Police Command has commenced a manhunt for the killers of the lawmaker.
SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, Adamawa State Police Public Relations Officer said security agents are working round the clock to apprehend the assailants.
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